Mad River Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mad River Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Mad River Mountain, United States for 15 days from 26 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 11:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 1 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mad River Mountain.
Forecast for today in Mad River Mountain
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) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Mad River Mountain has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mad River Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Mad River Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | NW F3 | W F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | NE F3 | |
| 1,470ft | 38°F
| 43°F
 | 49°F
 | 69°F
| 51°F
 | 58°F
| 31°F
 +1in
|
| S F2 | NW F3 | W F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | NE F3 | ||
| 1,317ft | 39°F
| 44°F
| 49°F
| 69°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
| 32°F
+1in
|
| S F2 | NW F3 | W F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | NE F3 | ||
| 1,165ft | 40°F
| 44°F
| 50°F
| 70°F
| 52°F
| 59°F
| 33°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | 1,165ft | 1,165ft | 1,165ft | ||||
| Max Town | 40°F | 44°F | 50°F | 70°F | 52°F | 59°F | 33°F |
| Min Town | 31°F | 28°F | 29°F | 38°F | 41°F | 32°F | 24°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.
Mad River Mountain 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 40°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 44°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 50°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 70°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
29
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, cloudy, drizzle later.
Max 52°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, rain showers later.
Max 59°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Fog first, rain showers then cloudy, light snow later.
Max 33°F
Min 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 24°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
1in New Snow
Light snow first, fog then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Mad River Mountain, 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 Mad River Mountain, 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.
Mad River Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 11:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Mad River Mountain
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundown | - | 1in | |||||||
| Mount Southington | - | 1in | |||||||
| Mohawk Mountain | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mad River Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mad River Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mad River 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 Mad River 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 Mad River 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 Mad River 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.