Crested Butte Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Crested Butte
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This is the Snow Forecast for Crested Butte, United States for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 21:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Crested Butte.
Forecast for today in Crested Butte
Max 48°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Crested Butte has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Crested Butte Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
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| Wind | SE F3 | SE F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 11,877ft | 35°F
| 36°F
 +1in
| 44°F
 | 48°F
 | 48°F
| 52°F
| 52°F
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| SE F3 | SE F3 | S F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 10,482ft | 40°F
| 42°F
+1in
| 51°F
| 55°F
| 57°F
| 58°F
| 58°F
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| SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||||
| 9,088ft | 48°F
| 52°F
| 60°F
| 65°F
| 61°F
| 67°F
| 67°F
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| Snow Line | 10,463ft | varying 9,938ft | varying 10,856ft | ||||
| Max Town | 48°F | 52°F | 60°F | 65°F | 61°F | 67°F | 67°F |
| Min Town | 29°F | 30°F | 33°F | 36°F | 37°F | 36°F | 42°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.
Crested Butte 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 48°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 52°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 9,938ft to 9,839ft, with rain below.
Max 60°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, clear spells then clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 10,856ft to 9,577ft, with rain below.
Max 65°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 61°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Max 67°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 67°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, cloudy then fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Crested Butte, 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 Crested Butte, 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.
Crested Butte Snow Forecast updated at 21:34 PDT, next update expected 03:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Crested Butte
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Crested Butte
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Crested Butte, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Crested Butte, 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 Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte 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.