Canaan Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Canaan Valley
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Canaan Valley, United States for 15 days from 18 January.
Updated 17 January 2025 08:31 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Canaan Valley.
Forecast for today in Canaan Valley
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
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Updated 17 January 2025 18:43 PST
Powder Possible :- 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Canaan Valley over the next 2 days.
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Canaan Valley Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Canaan Valley 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | SW F2 | |||
| 4,298ft | 30°F
| 29°F
 +2in
| 10°F
+2in
| 0°F
 | 2°F
| 5°F
| 17°F
|
| S F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 3,871ft | 31°F
| 30°F
+2in
| 11°F
+2in
| 2°F
| 4°F
| 6°F
| 19°F
|
| S F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 3,445ft | 33°F
| 32°F
+2in
| 13°F
+2in
| 3°F
| 5°F
| 8°F
| 20°F
|
| Snow Line | 3,445ft | 3,445ft | 3,445ft | 3,445ft | 3,445ft | ||
| Max Town | 33°F | 32°F | 13°F | 3°F | 5°F | 8°F | 20°F |
| Min Town | 17°F | 13°F | -2°F | -15°F | -4°F | -15°F | 4°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.
Canaan Valley 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
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
19
2in New Snow
Cloudy first, fog then cloudy, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
20
2in New Snow
Heavy snow first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
24
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Canaan Valley, 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 Canaan Valley, 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.
Canaan Valley Snow Forecast updated at 08:31 PST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Canaan Valley
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohawk Mountain | 4in | 5in | |||||||
| Blandford | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Sundown | 4in | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Canaan Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Canaan Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Canaan Valley, 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 Canaan Valley 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 Canaan Valley 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 Canaan Valley 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.