Hickory Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hickory
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hickory, United States for 15 days from 2 April.
Updated 01 April 2025 11:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 2 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hickory.
Forecast for today in Hickory
Max 39°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 784ft to resort level.
Hickory has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Hickory Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Hickory 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | S F4 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F3 | ||
| 1,903ft | 33°F
+1in
| 55°F
 +2in
| 49°F
| 37°F
| 45°F
 | 40°F
| 34°F
 |
| S F2 | S F3 | NW F2 | W F2 | SW F3 | |||
| 1,301ft | 36°F
+1in
| 57°F
 +2in
| 51°F
| 38°F
| 46°F
| 43°F
| 37°F
|
| S F2 | NW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 699ft | 39°F
| 61°F
+1in
| 54°F
| 41°F
| 48°F
| 46°F
 | 40°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 784ft | varying 1,309ft | |||||
| Max Town | 39°F | 61°F | 54°F | 41°F | 48°F | 46°F | 40°F |
| Min Town | 26°F | 33°F | 36°F | 35°F | 38°F | 35°F | 31°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.
Hickory 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 39°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 784ft to resort level.
Max 61°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
1in to 2in New Snow
Snow showers first, clear spells then fog, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,309ft to resort level.
Max 54°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 41°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, drizzle, heavy drizzle later.
Max 48°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, rain showers then fog, cloudy later.
Max 46°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 40°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Hickory, 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 Hickory, 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.
Hickory Snow Forecast updated at 11:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Hickory
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Mountain | 3in | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hickory
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hickory, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hickory, 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 Hickory 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 Hickory 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 Hickory 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.