Wolf Creek Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Wolf Creek
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This is the Snow Forecast for Wolf Creek, United States for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 05:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Wolf Creek.
Forecast for today in Wolf Creek
Max 34°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
3in New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Wolf Creek has 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Wolf Creek Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Wolf Creek 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F3 | NE F4 | SW F2 | ||||
| 11,903ft | 27°F
 +3in
| 30°F
 | 36°F
| 41°F
 +1in
| 42°F
+2in
| 47°F
| 48°F
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| SE F3 | NE F4 | SW F2 | |||||
| 11,101ft | 30°F
+3in
| 33°F
| 39°F
| 44°F
+1in
| 45°F
| 50°F
| 51°F
|
| SE F3 | NE F3 | SE F2 | |||||
| 10,299ft | 34°F
+3in
| 38°F
| 45°F
| 51°F
| 50°F
 | 55°F
 | 56°F
|
| Snow Line | 10,299ft | varying 11,053ft | varying 11,578ft | varying 11,775ft | varying 11,775ft | ||
| Max Town | 34°F | 38°F | 45°F | 51°F | 50°F | 55°F | 56°F |
| Min Town | 23°F | 21°F | 26°F | 27°F | 29°F | 28°F | 35°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.
Wolf Creek 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 34°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
3in New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 45°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
New Snow
Light snow first, fog then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 11,053ft to resort level.
Max 51°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 11,578ft to 10,627ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
up to 2in New Snow
Light drizzle first, fog then light drizzle, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 11,775ft to 11,545ft, with rain below.
Max 55°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
11
New Snow
Light drizzle first, fair then clear sky, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 11,775ft to 11,644ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Wolf Creek, 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 Wolf Creek, 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.
Wolf Creek Snow Forecast updated at 05:32 PDT, next update expected 11:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Wolf Creek
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Wolf Creek, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Wolf Creek, 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 Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek 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.