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Big Mountain Snow Forecast - 29th May 2025

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Big Mountain Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Big Mountain

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Big Mountain, United States for 15 days from 29 May.

Updated 28 May 2025 15:35 PDT.

Big Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected29 May
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours5in
Next 7 Days8in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big Mountain.

Forecast for today in Big Mountain

Max 41°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
29

up to 2in New Snow

FairLt Snow ShwrsLt Snow ShwrsLight Snow

Fair, light snow showers, light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Big Mountain has 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Big Mountain Snow Report

Big Mountain Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Big Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Big Mountain from OpenMeteo
Thu
29
Fri
30
Sat
31
Sun
01
Mon
02
Tue
03
Wed
04
WindSW F3SW F3SE F2SE F5SE F3E F3S F3
6,988ft
32°F
Light Snow
+2in
23°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3in
26°F
Cloud
29°F
Cloud
29°F
Cloud
28°F
Light Snow
+1in
31°F
Light Snow
+1in
SW F3SW F3SE F2SE F5SE F3E F3S F3
5,741ft
37°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2in
31°F
Cloud
34°F
Cloud
33°F
Cloud
33°F
Light Snow
+1in
36°F
Light Snow
+1in
SW F3SW F3SE F2SE F5SE F3E F3S F3
4,495ft
41°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
35°F
Cloud
38°F
Cloud
37°F
Cloud
37°F
Light Snow
+1in
40°F
Light Snow
+1in
Snow Line

4,495ft

4,495ft

4,495ft

4,495ft

4,495ft

4,495ft

Max Town41°F32°F35°F38°F37°F37°F40°F
Min Town32°F26°F24°F29°F30°F29°F27°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.

Big Mountain 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 41°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
29

up to 2in New Snow

FairLt Snow ShwrsLt Snow ShwrsLight Snow

Fair, light snow showers, light snow 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

Fri
30

1in to 3in New Snow

Light SnowCloudLight SnowMixed

Light snow first, cloudy then light snow, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 35°F
Min 24°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 35°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
31

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudSnowCloud

Cloudy, snow showers, cloudy later.

Max 38°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 38°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
01

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 37°F
Min 30°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 37°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
02

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 37°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 37°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
03

1in New Snow

CloudCloudLight SnowLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 40°F
Min 27°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 40°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
04

1in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowCloudCloud

Light snow early, then cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

This Snow Forecast for Big Mountain, 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 Big Mountain, 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.

Big Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 15:35 PDT, next update expected 21:00 PDT.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Mountain

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Mountain, 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 Big Mountain 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 Big Mountain 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 Big Mountain 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.