Arapahoe Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin
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This is the Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin, United States for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 03:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 13in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Arapahoe Basin.
Forecast for today in Arapahoe Basin
Max 43°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Snow Line from 10,955ft to resort level.
Arapahoe Basin has 11in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Arapahoe Basin Snow Report
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | SE F4 | NE F3 | ||||
| 13,058ft | 30°F
 +3in
| 25°F
+6in
| 28°F
 +3in
| 32°F
+2in
| 39°F
 | 42°F
| 48°F
|
| SE F4 | SE F4 | NE F3 | |||||
| 11,926ft | 37°F
+2in
| 29°F
+4in
| 32°F
+2in
| 36°F
+2in
| 43°F
| 46°F
| 52°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F3 | E F2 | |||||
| 10,794ft | 43°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 33°F
 +1in
| 40°F
+3in
| 47°F
| 49°F
| 56°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 10,955ft | 10,794ft | 10,794ft | varying 11,381ft | varying 11,250ft | 10,794ft | 12,825ft |
| Max Town | 43°F | 38°F | 33°F | 40°F | 47°F | 49°F | 56°F |
| Min Town | 27°F | 27°F | 17°F | 23°F | 26°F | 29°F | 33°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.
Arapahoe Basin 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 43°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Snow Line from 10,955ft to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
1in to 6in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 17°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 17°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
1in to 3in New Snow
Snow showers first, cloudy then light snow, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 40°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
2in to 3in New Snow
Light snow showers first, cloudy then snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 11,381ft to resort level.
Max 47°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Light snow at altitude, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Max 49°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Light snow, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 56°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, clear spells then clear sky, drizzle later.
This Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin, 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 Arapahoe Basin, 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.
Arapahoe Basin Snow Forecast updated at 03:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Arapahoe Basin
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loveland Ski Area | 10in | 13in | |||||||
| Winter Park | 10in | 11in | |||||||
| Breckenridge | 3in | 4in | |||||||
| Keystone | 4in | 7in | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Elk Meadows | 1in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arapahoe Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arapahoe Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arapahoe Basin, 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 Arapahoe Basin 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 Arapahoe Basin 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 Arapahoe Basin 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.