Big Snow Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big Snow
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This is the Snow Forecast for Big Snow, United States for 15 days from 26 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 11:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| 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 Big Snow.
Forecast for today in Big Snow
Max 44°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Big Snow has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Big Snow Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | SE F2 | NE F3 | NE F3 | ||
| 1,772ft | 42°F
| 39°F
 | 32°F
+1in
| 32°F
+1in
| 26°F
 +1in
| 28°F
| 37°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | NE F3 | NE F3 | |||
| 1,473ft | 43°F
| 40°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 27°F
+1in
| 29°F
| 38°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | SE F2 | NE F3 | NE F3 | |||
| 1,175ft | 44°F
| 42°F
| 35°F
| 34°F
 +2in
| 29°F
+1in
| 28°F
| 40°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,175ft | 1,175ft | 1,175ft | ||||
| Max Town | 44°F | 42°F | 35°F | 34°F | 29°F | 28°F | 40°F |
| Min Town | 22°F | 30°F | 26°F | 29°F | 24°F | 16°F | 18°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 Snow 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 44°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 42°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 35°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 34°F
Min 29°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 29°F to daytime highs around 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
1in to 2in New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 29°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
1in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 28°F
Min 16°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 16°F and not getting above 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 40°F
Min 18°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 18°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Big Snow, 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 Snow, 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 Snow Snow Forecast updated at 11:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Big Snow
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianhead | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Big Powderhorn Mountain | - | 2in | |||||||
| Blackjack | - | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Snow
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Snow, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Snow, 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 Snow 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 Snow 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 Snow 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.