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Big Squaw Snow Forecast - 3rd March 2025

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Big Squaw Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Big Squaw

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Big Squaw, United States for 16 days from 3 March.

Updated 03 March 2025 08:40 PST.

Big Squaw Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected5 March
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours1in
Next 7 Days2in
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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 15°F
Min -1°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -1°F and not getting above 15°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
03

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Big Squaw has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Big Squaw Snow Report

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Big Squaw from OpenMeteo
Mon
03
Tue
04
Wed
05
Thu
06
Fri
07
Sat
08
Sun
09
WindNW F3SW F2SE F2SE F2NW F4NW F4NW F3
3,199ft
8°F
Clear
27°F
Cloud
29°F
Cloud
+1in
33°F
Lt Drizzle
28°F
Light Snow
+1in
17°F
Cloud
17°F
Cloud
NW F3SW F2SE F2SE F2NW F4NW F4NW F3
2,324ft
11°F
Clear
31°F
Cloud
32°F
Cloud
+1in
36°F
Lt Drizzle
31°F
Light Snow
+1in
20°F
Cloud
20°F
Cloud
NW F3SE F2NW F4NW F4NW F3
1,450ft
15°F
Clear
35°F
Cloud
34°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
39°F
Lt Drizzle
34°F
Light Snow
+1in
23°F
Cloud
23°F
Cloud
Snow Line

1,450ft

varying 2,490ft
to 1,450ft

varying 3,179ft
to 1,450ft

Max Town15°F35°F34°F39°F34°F23°F23°F
Min Town-1°F6°F29°F34°F14°F13°F8°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 15°F
Min -1°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -1°F and not getting above 15°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
03

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Max 35°F
Min 6°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 6°F and rising to 35°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
04

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 34°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
05

1in New Snow

SnowCloudFogLight Snow

Snow showers first, cloudy then fog, light snow later.

Snow Line from 2,490ft to resort level.

Max 39°F
Min 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
06

Snow unlikely

ShwrsShwrsLt DrizzleLt Drizzle

Rain showers early, then light drizzle later.

Max 34°F
Min 14°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14°F to daytime highs around 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
07

1in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowSnowCloud

Light snow, snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 3,179ft to resort level.

Max 23°F
Min 13°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 13°F and not getting above 23°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
08

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 23°F
Min 8°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 8°F and not getting above 23°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
09

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

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 08:40 PST, next update expected 14:00 PST.

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.