Breckenridge Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Breckenridge
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Breckenridge, United States for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 14 April 2025 19:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| 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 Breckenridge.
Forecast for today in Breckenridge
Max 55°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Breckenridge has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Breckenridge Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SE F2 | W F2 | W F3 |
| 12,992ft | 33°F
| 38°F
| 36°F
| 30°F
| 25°F
 +1in
| 24°F
| 24°F
+1in
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SE F2 | W F2 | W F3 | |
| 11,302ft | 45°F
| 45°F
| 42°F
| 36°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 30°F
| 30°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 9,613ft | 55°F
| 54°F
| 46°F
| 42°F
| 39°F
| 37°F
| 37°F
|
| Snow Line | 9,613ft | varying 10,561ft | 9,613ft | varying 10,397ft | |||
| Max Town | 55°F | 54°F | 46°F | 42°F | 39°F | 37°F | 37°F |
| Min Town | 25°F | 32°F | 31°F | 28°F | 25°F | 20°F | 21°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.
Breckenridge 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 55°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 54°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 46°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 42°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 39°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, fog then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 10,561ft to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 20°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 20°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
New Snow
Heavy snow showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 10,397ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge, 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.
Breckenridge Snow Forecast updated at 19:32 PDT, next update expected 22:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Breckenridge
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vail | - | 4in | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | - | 3in | |||||||
| Keystone | - | 3in | |||||||
| Loveland Ski Area | - | 3in | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | - | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Breckenridge
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Breckenridge, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge 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.