Arrowhead Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Arrowhead
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This is the Snow Forecast for Arrowhead, United States for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 13:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Arrowhead.
Forecast for today in Arrowhead
Max 66°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Arrowhead has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Arrowhead Snow Report
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F3 | SW F4 | W F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | ||
| 11,444ft | 49°F
| 44°F
| 31°F
 +2in
| 25°F
 +1in
| 34°F
| 39°F
| 45°F
|
| W F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 9,421ft | 56°F
| 51°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 34°F
+1in
| 43°F
| 48°F
 | 52°F
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | SE F2 | S F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 7,398ft | 66°F
| 61°F
| 47°F
| 41°F
| 52°F
| 57°F
| 60°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 9,347ft | 7,398ft | |||||
| Max Town | 66°F | 61°F | 47°F | 41°F | 52°F | 57°F | 60°F |
| Min Town | 41°F | 39°F | 31°F | 25°F | 31°F | 32°F | 37°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.
Arrowhead 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 66°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 61°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 47°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 2in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow Line from 9,347ft to resort level.
Max 41°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 52°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 57°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 60°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Arrowhead, 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 Arrowhead, 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.
Arrowhead Snow Forecast updated at 13:34 PDT, next update expected 19:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Arrowhead
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Mountain | 3in | 6in | |||||||
| Vail | 3in | 4in | |||||||
| Beaver Creek | 2in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arrowhead
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arrowhead, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arrowhead, 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 Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead 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.