Alyeska Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alyeska
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This is the Snow Forecast for Alyeska, United States for 15 days from 23 May.
Updated 22 May 2025 13:36 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alyeska.
Forecast for today in Alyeska
Max 58°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, cloudy later.
Alyeska has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alyeska Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Alyeska 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | Wed 28 | Thu 29 | |
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| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||
| 2,756ft | 44°F
 | 44°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
| 38°F
| 38°F
 +2in
| 38°F
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| E F2 | E F2 | ||||||
| 1,509ft | 52°F
| 52°F
| 52°F
| 52°F
| 46°F
| 45°F
 | 45°F
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| E F2 | |||||||
| 262ft | 58°F
| 58°F
| 56°F
| 56°F
| 51°F
| 49°F
| 51°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,096ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 58°F | 58°F | 56°F | 56°F | 51°F | 49°F | 51°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 45°F | 43°F | 44°F | 40°F | 39°F | 46°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.
Alyeska 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 58°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, cloudy later.
Max 58°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 56°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
25
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Max 56°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Max 51°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
27
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, clear spells then fair, cloudy later.
Max 49°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
28
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 2,096ft to 1,768ft, with rain below.
Max 51°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
This Snow Forecast for Alyeska, 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 Alyeska, 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.
Alyeska Snow Forecast updated at 13:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alyeska
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alyeska, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alyeska, 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 Alyeska 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 Alyeska 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 Alyeska 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.