Snowmass Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Snowmass
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This is the Snow Forecast for Snowmass, United States for 16 days from 15 May.
Updated 14 May 2025 17:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 20 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Snowmass.
Forecast for today in Snowmass
Max 48°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snowmass has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Snowmass Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Snowmass 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||
| 12,434ft | 33°F
| 35°F
 | 43°F
| 40°F
 | 44°F
| 27°F
 +1in
| 37°F
|
| NW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||
| 10,269ft | 40°F
| 42°F
| 50°F
| 48°F
| 52°F
| 35°F
+1in
| 45°F
 |
| W F3 | SW F2 | S F2 | SW F3 | ||||
| 8,104ft | 48°F
| 56°F
| 62°F
| 60°F
| 59°F
| 43°F
+1in
| 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 10,397ft | varying 8,232ft | |||||
| Max Town | 48°F | 56°F | 62°F | 60°F | 59°F | 43°F | 57°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 27°F | 35°F | 34°F | 30°F | 32°F | 31°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.
Snowmass 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 48°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 56°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 62°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 60°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then rain showers later.
Max 59°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
New Snow
Cloudy, clear sky, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 10,397ft to 8,953ft, with rain below.
Max 43°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
1in New Snow
Snow showers early, then fog later.
Snow Line from 8,232ft to resort level.
Max 57°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Snowmass, 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 Snowmass, 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.
Snowmass Snow Forecast updated at 17:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Snowmass
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen | - | 1in | |||||||
| Buttermilk | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Snowmass
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Snowmass, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Snowmass, 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 Snowmass 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 Snowmass 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 Snowmass 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.