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Hickory Snow Forecast - 20th September 2026

Hickory Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 September 2026 02:49 PDT

Snow Forecast for Hickory

Snow and Weather from 20 September.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Hickory Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Hickory?

Hickory Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,301ft)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Hickory.

Forecast for today in Hickory

Max 55°F
Min 45°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 55°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
20

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudShwrsShwrs

Clear sky, cloudy, rain showers later.

Forecast times for Hickory are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hickory from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Sun
20
Mon
21
Tue
22
Wed
23
Thu
24
Fri
25
Sat
26
WindE F2SE F2SE F3
1,903ft
52°F
Shwrs
52°F
Cloud
56°F
Cloud
58°F
Cloud
58°F
Cloud
59°F
Cloud
57°F
Cloud
E F2SE F2SE F3
1,301ft
54°F
Shwrs
54°F
Cloud
58°F
Cloud
60°F
Cloud
61°F
Cloud
61°F
Cloud
59°F
Cloud
SE F2SE F3
699ft
55°F
Lt Drizzle
57°F
Cloud
60°F
Cloud
63°F
Cloud
63°F
Cloud
63°F
Cloud
61°F
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town55°F57°F60°F63°F63°F63°F61°F
Min Town45°F44°F43°F41°F42°F47°F50°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 Reliability

Hickory typically receives around 100 inches of snowfall annually, with snow depths averaging 30 inches in the peak season. For the latest snow conditions and reliable updates, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.

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.