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Buttermilk Snow Forecast - 13th March 2025

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Buttermilk Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Buttermilk

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This is the Snow Forecast for Buttermilk, United States for 15 days from 13 March.

Updated 12 March 2025 15:34 PDT.

Buttermilk Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected14 March
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours2in
Next 7 Days4in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Buttermilk.

Forecast for today in Buttermilk

Max 49°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 49°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
13

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Buttermilk has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Buttermilk from OpenMeteo
Thu
13
Fri
14
Sat
15
Sun
16
Mon
17
Tue
18
Wed
19
WindS F3W F3SW F3W F3
9,902ft
38°F
Clear
36°F
Snow
+1in
20°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
38°F
Cloud
34°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
21°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
S F3SW F3NW F2S F2SW F3
8,886ft
44°F
Clear
40°F
Snow
+1in
24°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
36°F
Cloud
+1in
43°F
Cloud
38°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
25°F
Cloud
S F2SW F3S F2SW F2
7,871ft
49°F
Clear
44°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
29°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
39°F
Cloud
+1in
47°F
Cloud
42°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
29°F
Cloud
Snow Line

7,871ft

7,871ft

7,871ft

7,871ft

7,871ft

Max Town49°F44°F29°F39°F47°F42°F29°F
Min Town29°F17°F20°F13°F26°F25°F14°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.

Buttermilk 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 49°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 49°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
13

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Max 44°F
Min 17°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 17°F and rising to 44°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
14

1in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsSnowCloudLt Snow Shwrs

Light snow showers first, heavy snow showers then cloudy, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 29°F
Min 20°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 20°F and not getting above 29°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
15

1in New Snow

Light SnowLt Snow ShwrsFogLt Snow Shwrs

Light snow first, light snow showers then fog, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 39°F
Min 13°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 13°F and rising to 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
16

1in New Snow

Light SnowCloudCloudCloud

Light snow early, then cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 47°F
Min 26°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
17

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudCloudCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Max 42°F
Min 25°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 42°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
18

1in New Snow

FairLight SnowLight SnowLt Snow Shwrs

Fair, light snow, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 29°F
Min 14°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 14°F and not getting above 29°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
19

Snow unlikely

Light SnowCloudCloudCloud

Light snow early, then cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for Buttermilk, 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 Buttermilk, 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.

Buttermilk Snow Forecast updated at 15:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Buttermilk

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Buttermilk
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrThuFriSatSunMonTueWed 7 Day
Aspen2in 4in
Snowmass2in 4in
Crested Butte2in 3in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Buttermilk

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Buttermilk, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Buttermilk, 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 Buttermilk 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 Buttermilk 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 Buttermilk 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.