Discovery Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Discovery Basin
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This is the Snow Forecast for Discovery Basin, United States for 16 days from 1 February.
Updated 01 February 2025 02:38 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 28in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Discovery Basin.
Forecast for today in Discovery Basin
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
01
up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain later.
Snow Line from 8,133ft to 7,379ft, with rain below.
Discovery Basin has 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Discovery Basin Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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Discovery Basin 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 01 | Sun 02 | Mon 03 | Tue 04 | Wed 05 | Thu 06 | Fri 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | S F4 | S F2 | SE F4 | S F3 | S F3 | |
| 8,150ft | 25°F
 +5in
| 28°F
 | 31°F
| 30°F
 +9in
| 28°F
+7in
| 26°F
+4in
| 27°F
+1in
|
| S F3 | S F4 | S F2 | SE F4 | S F3 | S F3 | ||
| 7,028ft | 29°F
| 32°F
 | 35°F
| 35°F
| 33°F
| 30°F
+2in
| 31°F
+1in
|
| S F3 | S F4 | S F2 | SE F4 | S F3 | S F3 | ||
| 5,906ft | 33°F
| 36°F
| 39°F
| 38°F
| 36°F
| 34°F
| 35°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,133ft | varying 8,002ft | varying 7,871ft | varying 7,543ft | varying 6,854ft | ||
| Max Town | 33°F | 36°F | 39°F | 38°F | 36°F | 34°F | 35°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 32°F | 32°F | 30°F | 24°F | 25°F | 28°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.
Discovery Basin 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
01
up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain later.
Snow Line from 8,133ft to 7,379ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
02
Snow unlikely
Rain early, then rain showers later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
04
up to 9in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain then rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 8,002ft to 6,362ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
05
up to 7in New Snow
Rain showers, cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 7,871ft to 6,985ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
06
up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,543ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
07
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow Line from 6,854ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Discovery Basin, 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 Discovery Basin, 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.
Discovery Basin Snow Forecast updated at 02:38 PST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Discovery Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Discovery Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Discovery Basin, 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 Discovery Basin 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 Discovery Basin 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 Discovery Basin 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.