Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe
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This is the Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe, United States for 16 days from 24 March.
Updated 24 March 2025 01:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 31 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe.
Forecast for today in Northstar-at-Tahoe
Max 53°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Northstar-at-Tahoe has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Report
Snow report from Palisades Tahoe (7 miles from Northstar-at-Tahoe)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Northstar-at-Tahoe 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |
| 8,596ft | 47°F
| 49°F
| 51°F
 | 42°F
 | 31°F
| 36°F
| 38°F
|
| SE F2 | SE F3 | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 7,464ft | 51°F
| 51°F
| 55°F
| 46°F
| 35°F
| 40°F
| 42°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 6,332ft | 53°F
| 58°F
| 59°F
| 50°F
 | 38°F
| 47°F
| 45°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,051ft | 6,332ft | 6,332ft | ||||
| Max Town | 53°F | 58°F | 59°F | 50°F | 38°F | 47°F | 45°F |
| Min Town | 40°F | 43°F | 40°F | 36°F | 26°F | 21°F | 27°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.
Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 53°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 58°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 59°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Max 50°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,051ft to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 47°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Max 45°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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.
Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Forecast updated at 01:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Northstar-at-Tahoe
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donner Ski Ranch | - | 6in | |||||||
| Olympic Valley | - | 5in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | - | 5in | |||||||
| Soda Springs | - | 4in | |||||||
| Alpine Meadows | - | 4in | |||||||
| Kirkwood | - | 4in | |||||||
| Boreal | - | 4in | |||||||
| Homewood | - | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Northstar-at-Tahoe
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Northstar-at-Tahoe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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.