Big Squaw Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big Squaw
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This is the Snow Forecast for Big Squaw, United States for 16 days from 26 April.
Updated 25 April 2025 21:30 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big Squaw.
Forecast for today in Big Squaw
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
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain, rain later.
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Big Squaw Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Big Squaw 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | |
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| Wind | SE F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F4 | S F2 | |
| 3,199ft | 50°F
| 43°F
 | 51°F
 | 60°F
| 54°F
 | 47°F
| 44°F
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| SE F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F4 | S F2 | ||
| 2,324ft | 53°F
| 46°F
| 54°F
| 63°F
| 57°F
| 50°F
| 47°F
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| SE F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F4 | S F2 | ||
| 1,450ft | 56°F
| 49°F
| 57°F
| 66°F
| 60°F
| 53°F
| 50°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,900ft | varying 2,523ft | |||||
| Max Town | 56°F | 49°F | 57°F | 66°F | 60°F | 53°F | 50°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 36°F | 33°F | 39°F | 39°F | 32°F | 35°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 Squaw 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 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
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain, rain later.
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Max 57°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
New Snow
Light snow, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,523ft to resort level.
Max 66°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 60°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, rain showers then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Max 53°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 50°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Big Squaw, 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 Squaw, 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 Squaw Snow Forecast updated at 21:30 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Squaw
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Squaw, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Squaw, 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 Squaw 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 Squaw 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 Squaw 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.