Alpine Meadows Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows
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This is the Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows, United States for 16 days from 18 May.
Updated 17 May 2025 23:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| 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 Alpine Meadows.
Forecast for today in Alpine Meadows
Max 49°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle early, then clear sky later.
Snow Line from 7,805ft to 7,411ft, with rain below.
Alpine Meadows has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alpine Meadows Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Alpine Meadows 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | SE F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||
| 8,629ft | 40°F
+1in
| 45°F
| 58°F
| 63°F
| 63°F
| 58°F
 | 55°F
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 7,726ft | 44°F
| 49°F
| 61°F
| 66°F
| 66°F
| 61°F
| 58°F
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 6,824ft | 49°F
| 55°F
| 65°F
| 70°F
| 70°F
| 65°F
| 62°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,805ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 49°F | 55°F | 65°F | 70°F | 70°F | 65°F | 62°F |
| Min Town | 27°F | 28°F | 37°F | 39°F | 42°F | 43°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.
Alpine Meadows 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 49°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle early, then clear sky later.
Snow Line from 7,805ft to 7,411ft, 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
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 65°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 70°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 70°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 65°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 62°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows, 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 Alpine Meadows, 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.
Alpine Meadows Snow Forecast updated at 23:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Alpine Meadows
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavenly | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Northstar-at-Tahoe | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alpine Meadows
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alpine Meadows, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alpine Meadows, 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 Alpine Meadows 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 Alpine Meadows 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 Alpine Meadows 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.