Cannon Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cannon Mountain
This is the Snow and Weather for Cannon Mountain from 18 January.
Updated 18 January 2026 09:18 PST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cannon Mountain.
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Cannon Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Cannon Mountain?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
Forecast for today in Cannon Mountain
Max 27°F
Min 16°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 16°F and not getting above 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Forecast times for Cannon Mountain are in New York (US/Eastern) time zone.
Cannon Mountain has up to 4in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GFS - at altitude
Cannon Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | S F2 | S F2 | W F3 | |
| 4,167ft | 19°F
| 12°F
| 2°F
| 8°F
| 20°F
 +2in
| 5°F
| -14°F
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | S F2 | S F2 | W F3 | ||
| 3,084ft | 23°F
| 14°F
| 6°F
| 12°F
| 24°F
+2in
| 8°F
| -10°F
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | S F2 | S F2 | W F3 | ||
| 2,001ft | 27°F
| 20°F
| 12°F
| 16°F
| 27°F
+2in
| 12°F
| -6°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,001ft | 2,001ft | 2,001ft | 2,001ft | 2,001ft | ||
| Max Town | 27°F | 20°F | 12°F | 16°F | 27°F | 12°F | -6°F |
| Min Town | 16°F | 14°F | 2°F | -4°F | 11°F | -3°F | -22°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.
Snow Forecast near Cannon Mountain
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bretton Woods | 1in | 4in | |||||||
| Loon Mountain | 1in | 4in | |||||||
| Waterville Valley | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Wildcat Mountain | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Snow King | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Attitash Bear Peak | - | 2in |
Snow Reliability
Cannon Mountain typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths of around 100 inches during the season. To ensure the best experience, check the latest snow information on J2Ski for current conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cannon Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cannon Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cannon Mountain, 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 Cannon Mountain 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 Cannon Mountain 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 Cannon Mountain 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.