Montana Snowbowl Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Montana Snowbowl
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This is the Snow Forecast for Montana Snowbowl, United States for 16 days from 18 April.
Updated 18 April 2025 03:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| 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 Montana Snowbowl.
Forecast for today in Montana Snowbowl
Max 41°F
Min 20°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 20°F and rising to 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Montana Snowbowl has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Montana Snowbowl Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Montana Snowbowl 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | W F3 | SW F2 | E F2 | |||
| 7,602ft | 30°F
| 35°F
 | 36°F
| 35°F
 +2in
| 32°F
 | 42°F
| 38°F
|
| SW F2 | NW F2 | SW F2 | E F2 | ||||
| 6,301ft | 35°F
| 40°F
| 41°F
 | 40°F
+2in
| 37°F
| 47°F
| 43°F
|
| 5,000ft | 41°F
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 45°F
+1in
| 43°F
| 50°F
| 50°F
 |
| Snow Line | 6,460ft | 5,000ft | varying 6,066ft | varying 6,066ft | 6,099ft | ||
| Max Town | 41°F | 45°F | 47°F | 45°F | 43°F | 50°F | 50°F |
| Min Town | 20°F | 31°F | 30°F | 26°F | 23°F | 24°F | 30°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.
Montana Snowbowl 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 41°F
Min 20°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 20°F and rising to 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 45°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 47°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, light drizzle later.
Max 45°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 6,066ft to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,066ft to resort level.
Max 50°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 50°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Montana Snowbowl, 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 Montana Snowbowl, 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.
Montana Snowbowl Snow Forecast updated at 03:33 PDT, next update expected 09:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Montana Snowbowl
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Montana Snowbowl, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Montana Snowbowl, 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 Montana Snowbowl 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 Montana Snowbowl 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 Montana Snowbowl 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.