Santa Fe Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Santa Fe
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This is the Snow Forecast for Santa Fe, United States for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 17:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10in |
| Next 7 Days | 10in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Santa Fe.
Forecast for today in Santa Fe
Max 32°F
Min 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 27°F and not getting above 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
10in New Snow
Heavy snow, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Santa Fe has 10in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Santa Fe Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 12,005ft | 26°F
+10in
| 30°F
 | 37°F
 | 45°F
 | 43°F
 | 47°F
| 51°F
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 11,179ft | 30°F
+11in
| 33°F
| 40°F
| 48°F
| 46°F
| 49°F
| 54°F
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 10,354ft | 32°F
+10in
| 36°F
| 43°F
| 51°F
| 49°F
| 52°F
| 57°F
|
| Snow Line | 10,354ft | 10,354ft | 10,354ft | 11,184ft | |||
| Max Town | 32°F | 36°F | 43°F | 51°F | 49°F | 52°F | 57°F |
| Min Town | 27°F | 21°F | 25°F | 30°F | 35°F | 35°F | 40°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.
Santa Fe 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 32°F
Min 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 27°F and not getting above 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
10in New Snow
Heavy snow, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, light snow then rain showers, drizzle later.
Max 51°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Max 49°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, rain showers then cloudy, drizzle later.
Max 52°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, cloudy, light drizzle later.
Max 57°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, 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.
Santa Fe Snow Forecast updated at 17:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Santa Fe
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Bowl | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Santa Fe
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Santa Fe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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.