Wildcat Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Wildcat Mountain
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Wildcat Mountain, United States for 16 days from 18 May.
Updated 18 May 2025 07:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Wildcat Mountain.
Forecast for today in Wildcat Mountain
Max 58°F
Min 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 52°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, fog, cloudy later.
Wildcat Mountain has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Wildcat Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Wildcat Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F4 | NW F6 | NW F4 | ||||
| 4,101ft | 51°F
| 44°F
 | 36°F
| 40°F
| 32°F
 +1in
| 34°F
| 32°F
|
| SW F2 | NW F4 | NW F3 | |||||
| 3,018ft | 55°F
| 48°F
 | 38°F
| 44°F
| 36°F
+1in
| 38°F
| 36°F
|
| NW F4 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 1,936ft | 58°F
| 51°F
| 45°F
| 42°F
| 39°F
| 41°F
| 40°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,065ft | varying 3,835ft | varying 3,015ft | varying 3,310ft | |||
| Max Town | 58°F | 51°F | 45°F | 42°F | 39°F | 41°F | 40°F |
| Min Town | 52°F | 40°F | 39°F | 38°F | 36°F | 38°F | 37°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.
Wildcat Mountain 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 58°F
Min 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 52°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, fog, cloudy later.
Max 51°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain later.
Max 45°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, cloudy later.
Max 42°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 39°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, drizzle then clear spells, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 3,015ft to 2,228ft, with rain below.
Max 41°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, fog, cloudy later.
Max 40°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Wildcat Mountain, 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 Wildcat Mountain, 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.
Wildcat Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 07:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Wildcat Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Wildcat Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Wildcat Mountain, 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 Wildcat Mountain 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 Wildcat Mountain 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 Wildcat Mountain 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.