White Pass Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for White Pass
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This is the Snow Forecast for White Pass, 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 White Pass.
Forecast for today in White Pass
Max 53°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
White Pass has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
White Pass Snow Report
Snow report from Crystal Mountain (WA) (near White Pass)
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White Pass 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
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| Wind | SE F3 | SE F4 | SW F2 | W F2 | |||
| 6,549ft | 44°F
| 46°F
 | 53°F
| 45°F
| 58°F
| 58°F
| 47°F
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| SE F3 | SE F4 | SW F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 5,525ft | 47°F
| 50°F
| 56°F
| 49°F
| 62°F
| 61°F
| 50°F
|
| S F2 | SE F3 | W F2 | |||||
| 4,501ft | 53°F
| 54°F
| 59°F
| 51°F
| 67°F
| 66°F
| 53°F
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| Snow Line | varying 4,590ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 53°F | 54°F | 59°F | 51°F | 67°F | 66°F | 53°F |
| Min Town | 27°F | 35°F | 39°F | 27°F | 32°F | 42°F | 33°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.
White Pass 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 53°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 54°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 59°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 51°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Max 67°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 66°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 53°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for White Pass, 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 White Pass, 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.
White Pass Snow Forecast updated at 05:37 PDT, next update expected 11:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near White Pass
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Mountain (WA) | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in White Pass
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to White Pass, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in White Pass, 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 White Pass 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 White Pass 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 White Pass 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.