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Alpine Meadows Snow Forecast - 25th April 2025

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Alpine Meadows Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows

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This is the Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows, United States for 16 days from 25 April.

Updated 25 April 2025 11:32 PDT.

Alpine Meadows Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected26 April
Next Snow Amount2in
Next 48 Hours7in
Next 7 Days7in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alpine Meadows.

Forecast for today in Alpine Meadows

Max 46°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 46°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
25

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Alpine Meadows has 7in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Alpine Meadows Snow Report

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Alpine Meadows 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows from OpenMeteo
Fri
25
Sat
26
Sun
27
Mon
28
Tue
29
Wed
30
Thu
01
WindSW F2W F3SW F2
8,629ft
37°F
Cloud
25°F
Snow
+2in
26°F
Snow
+5in
39°F
Clear
46°F
Clear
54°F
Clear
57°F
Clear
SW F3W F3SW F2
7,726ft
43°F
Cloud
30°F
Snow
+2in
29°F
Snow
+4in
42°F
Clear
49°F
Clear
58°F
Clear
60°F
Clear
SW F2SW F2SW F2
6,824ft
46°F
Cloud
33°F
Snow
+3in
32°F
Snow
+3in
46°F
Clear
52°F
Cloud
60°F
Clear
63°F
Clear
Snow Line

6,824ft

6,824ft

Max Town46°F33°F32°F46°F52°F60°F63°F
Min Town29°F27°F26°F18°F26°F30°F37°F

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

Alpine Meadows Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail

Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.

Max 46°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 46°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
25

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 33°F
Min 27°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 27°F to daytime highs around 33°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
26

2in to 3in New Snow

CloudSnowSnowCloud

Cloudy, heavy snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 32°F
Min 26°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 26°F and not getting above 32°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
27

3in to 5in New Snow

SnowSnowSnowSnow

Snow showers early, then heavy snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 46°F
Min 18°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 18°F and rising to 46°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
28

Snow unlikely

FogClearClearClear

Fog early, then clear sky later.

Max 52°F
Min 26°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 52°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
29

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudClearCloud

Clear sky first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 60°F
Min 30°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
30

Snow unlikely

CloudClearClearFair

Cloudy, clear sky, fair later.

Max 63°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
01

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleClearClearClear

Light drizzle early, then clear sky later.

This Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows, United States gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.

The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Alpine Meadows, on any given trail or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.

Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.

Alpine Meadows Snow Forecast updated at 11:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Alpine Meadows

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Alpine Meadows
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrFriSatSunMonTueWedThu 7 Day
Palisades Tahoe7in 7in
Mount Rose Ski Tahoe6in 6in
Boreal5in 5in
Donner Ski Ranch8in 8in
Homewood4in 4in
Heavenly3in 3in
Northstar-at-Tahoe3in 3in
Olympic Valley5in 5in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alpine Meadows

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alpine Meadows, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alpine Meadows, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Alpine Meadows is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Alpine Meadows will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Alpine Meadows for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.