Sunlight Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sunlight
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Sunlight, United States for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 20 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sunlight.
Forecast for today in Sunlight
Max 46°F
Min 19°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 19°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Sunlight has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sunlight Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Sunlight 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | |
| 9,895ft | 39°F
| 43°F
 | 44°F
| 38°F
 | 31°F
 +3in
| 29°F
| 35°F
 |
| SW F2 | SE F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | ||
| 8,889ft | 42°F
| 47°F
| 48°F
| 42°F
| 34°F
+1in
| 33°F
| 39°F
|
| SW F2 | SE F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | ||
| 7,884ft | 46°F
| 51°F
| 51°F
| 45°F
| 38°F
| 36°F
| 42°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 9,544ft | 7,884ft | |||||
| Max Town | 46°F | 51°F | 51°F | 45°F | 38°F | 36°F | 42°F |
| Min Town | 19°F | 29°F | 39°F | 38°F | 30°F | 15°F | 20°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.
Sunlight 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 19°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 19°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 51°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 51°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 45°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Drizzle, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Max 38°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy, light drizzle, light snow later.
Snow Line from 9,544ft to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 15°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 15°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear sky later.
Max 42°F
Min 20°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 20°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Sunlight, 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 Sunlight, 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.
Sunlight Snow Forecast updated at 15:36 PDT, next update expected 21:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sunlight
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sunlight, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sunlight, 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 Sunlight 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 Sunlight 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 Sunlight 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.