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Vail Snow Forecast - 5th May 2025

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Vail Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Vail

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This is the Snow Forecast for Vail, United States for 16 days from 5 May.

Updated 05 May 2025 05:37 PDT.

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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Vail

Max 57°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Snow Line from 10,791ft to 9,938ft, with rain below.

Vail has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Vail Snow Report

Vail Snow Depths and Conditions.
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Vail 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Vail from OpenMeteo
Mon
05
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
WindS F3SE F3SE F2
11,581ft
38°F
Cloud
+1in
37°F
Cloud
+1in
38°F
Mixed
42°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
51°F
Clear
55°F
Mixed
51°F
Cloud
SE F3SE F3SE F2
9,490ft
49°F
Cloud
46°F
Cloud
50°F
Cloud
51°F
Cloud
59°F
Clear
61°F
Fair
58°F
Cloud
SE F2SE F3SE F2SW F2
7,398ft
57°F
Cloud
53°F
Cloud
57°F
Cloud
59°F
Lt Drizzle
66°F
Clear
70°F
Clear
65°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 10,791ft
to 9,938ft

varying 10,331ft
to 10,036ft

varying 10,364ft
to 10,069ft

Max Town57°F53°F57°F59°F66°F70°F65°F
Min Town37°F35°F31°F37°F40°F40°F41°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.

Vail 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 57°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Snow Line from 10,791ft to 9,938ft, with rain below.

Max 53°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Snow Line from 10,331ft to 10,036ft, with rain below.

Max 57°F
Min 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
07

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 59°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

Snow unlikely

ShwrsLt RainLt DrizzleCloud

Rain showers first, light rain showers then light drizzle, cloudy later.

Max 66°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
09

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudClearClear

Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.

Max 70°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 65°F
Min 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for Vail, 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 Vail, 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.

Vail Snow Forecast updated at 05:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Vail

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Vail
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrMonTueWedThuFriSatSun 7 Day
Breckenridge3in 4in
Keystone1in 4in
Copper Mountain2in 3in
Beaver Creek- -

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vail

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