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Swain Snow Forecast - 29th May 2025

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Swain Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Swain

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This is the Snow Forecast for Swain, United States for 15 days from 29 May.

Updated 28 May 2025 03:37 PDT.

Swain Snow Forecast Highlights
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Swain.

Forecast for today in Swain

Max 63°F
Min 54°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
29

Snow unlikely

ShwrsCloudCloudCloud

Rain showers early, then cloudy later.

Swain has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Swain Snow Report

Swain Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Swain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Swain from OpenMeteo
Thu
29
Fri
30
Sat
31
Sun
01
Mon
02
Tue
03
Wed
04
WindS F3SW F2NW F3NW F4W F3SW F2
1,969ft
61°F
Cloud
59°F
Cloud
51°F
Lt Drizzle
56°F
Cloud
63°F
Clear
72°F
Clear
77°F
Mixed
S F3SW F2NW F3NW F4W F3SW F3
1,640ft
62°F
Cloud
62°F
Cloud
51°F
Lt Drizzle
57°F
Cloud
65°F
Clear
73°F
Clear
81°F
Mixed
SW F3SW F2NW F3NW F4W F3SW F3
1,312ft
63°F
Cloud
63°F
Cloud
53°F
Lt Drizzle
59°F
Cloud
66°F
Clear
74°F
Clear
83°F
Mixed
Snow Line
Max Town63°F63°F53°F59°F66°F74°F83°F
Min Town54°F51°F46°F42°F39°F42°F59°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.

Swain 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 63°F
Min 54°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
29

Snow unlikely

ShwrsCloudCloudCloud

Rain showers early, then cloudy later.

Max 63°F
Min 51°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
30

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudCloudShwrs

Clear sky, cloudy, rain showers later.

Max 53°F
Min 46°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 53°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
31

Snow unlikely

ShwrsLt DrizzleLt DrizzleShwrs

Rain showers, light drizzle, rain showers later.

Max 59°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
01

Snow unlikely

Lt RainCloudClearClear

Light rain showers, cloudy, clear sky later.

Max 66°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 66°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 74°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 74°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
03

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairMixed

Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.

Max 83°F
Min 59°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 59°F to daytime highs around 83°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
04

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedCloudShwrs

Clear spells, cloudy, rain showers later.

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

This Snow Forecast for Swain, 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 Swain, 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.

Swain Snow Forecast updated at 03:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Swain

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Swain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Swain, 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 Swain 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 Swain 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 Swain 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.