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Big Squaw Snow Forecast - 16th February 2025

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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 16 February.

Updated 15 February 2025 16:36 PST.

Big Squaw Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected16 February
Next Snow Amount3in
Next 48 Hours5in
Next 7 Days5in
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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

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
16

2in to 3in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudSnow

Cloudy early, then snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

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Updated 16 February 2025 02:42 PST

Powder Possible :- 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Big Squaw over the next 2 days.

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Big Squaw Snow Report

Big Squaw 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 Squaw 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Big Squaw from OpenMeteo
Sun
16
Mon
17
Tue
18
Wed
19
Thu
20
Fri
21
Sat
22
WindSE F2SW F4NW F5NW F4NW F2NW F4NW F3
3,199ft
8°F
Snow
+3in
10°F
Snow
+2in
-1°F
Cloud
11°F
Cloud
18°F
Cloud
17°F
Cloud
16°F
Cloud
SE F2SW F4NW F5NW F4NW F2NW F4NW F3
2,324ft
11°F
Snow
+3in
13°F
Snow
+2in
2°F
Cloud
14°F
Cloud
21°F
Cloud
20°F
Cloud
19°F
Cloud
SW F4NW F5NW F4NW F2NW F4NW F3
1,450ft
14°F
Snow
+2in
17°F
Snow
+2in
5°F
Cloud
17°F
Cloud
25°F
Cloud
24°F
Cloud
22°F
Cloud
Snow Line

1,450ft

1,450ft

Max Town14°F17°F5°F17°F25°F24°F22°F
Min Town6°F4°F-1°F-1°F-5°F7°F2°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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
16

2in to 3in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudSnow

Cloudy early, then snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
17

2in New Snow

Hvy SnowCloudCloudCloud

Heavy snow early, then cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
18

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
19

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
20

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
21

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
22

Snow unlikely

CloudFairCloudCloud

Cloudy, fair, 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 16:36 PST, 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.