Sandia Peak Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sandia Peak
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This is the Snow Forecast for Sandia Peak, United States for 15 days from 27 March.
Updated 26 March 2025 15:33 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sandia Peak.
Forecast for today in Sandia Peak
Max 46°F
Min 16°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 16°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Sandia Peak has - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sandia Peak Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Sandia Peak 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | |
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| Wind | SE F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | W F3 | SE F2 | |
| 10,377ft | 40°F
| 46°F
| 38°F
 | 37°F
| 33°F
| 26°F
| 33°F
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| SE F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | W F3 | SE F2 | ||
| 9,488ft | 43°F
| 50°F
| 41°F
| 40°F
| 36°F
| 29°F
| 36°F
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| SE F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | W F3 | SE F2 | ||
| 8,599ft | 46°F
| 53°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
| 39°F
| 32°F
| 39°F
|
| Snow Line | 8,855ft | varying 10,233ft | varying 10,299ft | ||||
| Max Town | 46°F | 53°F | 44°F | 44°F | 39°F | 32°F | 39°F |
| Min Town | 16°F | 29°F | 33°F | 33°F | 24°F | 16°F | 21°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.
Sandia Peak 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 46°F
Min 16°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 16°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 53°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 44°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 10,233ft to 10,069ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
New Snow
Light drizzle early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 10,299ft to 10,233ft, with rain below.
Max 39°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 32°F
Min 16°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16°F to daytime highs around 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 39°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Sandia Peak, 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 Sandia Peak, 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.
Sandia Peak Snow Forecast updated at 15:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sandia Peak
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sandia Peak, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sandia Peak, 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 Sandia Peak 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 Sandia Peak 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 Sandia Peak 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.