Snowbird Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 09 October 2026 22:46 PDT
Snow Forecast for Snowbird
Snow and Weather from 10 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Snowbird Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Snowbird?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
Forecast for today in Snowbird
Max 61°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Forecast times for Snowbird are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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| Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F5 | S F3 | SW F3 | ||||
| 11,024ft | 45°F
| 41°F
 | 34°F
 +1in
| 33°F
 +3in
| 30°F
+1in
| 35°F
 | 41°F
|
| SW F4 | S F3 | SW F3 | |||||
| 9,514ft | 52°F
| 47°F
 | 39°F
| 38°F
| 35°F
 | 40°F
| 47°F
|
| SW F4 | S F3 | SW F3 | |||||
| 8,005ft | 61°F
| 52°F
| 45°F
 | 43°F
| 40°F
| 46°F
| 52°F
|
| Snow Line | 10,988ft | varying 10,069ft | varying 10,791ft | varying 10,430ft | |||
| Max Town | 61°F | 52°F | 45°F | 43°F | 40°F | 46°F | 52°F |
| Min Town | 46°F | 43°F | 39°F | 35°F | 34°F | 34°F | 35°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.
Snow Forecast near Snowbird
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta | 1in | 4in | |||||||
| Brighton (Utah) | - | 2in | |||||||
| Blackjack | - | 3in | |||||||
| Solitude | - | 1in | |||||||
| Park City | - | 1in |
How reliable is the snow in Snowbird?
Snowbird enjoys excellent snow reliability, typically boasting a snow depth ranging from 400 to 500 inches annually. With consistent snowfall throughout the winter, conditions are ideal for skiing; for the latest snow reports, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Snowbird
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Snowbird, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Snowbird, 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 Snowbird 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 Snowbird 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 Snowbird 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.