Alta Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alta
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This is the Snow Forecast for Alta, United States for 16 days from 1 May.
Updated 01 May 2025 11:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 10in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alta.
Forecast for today in Alta
Max 45°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Alta has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alta Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | S F3 | S F2 | ||||
| 11,070ft | 33°F
| 40°F
| 49°F
| 49°F
 | 38°F
 +8in
| 28°F
+1in
| 34°F
+1in
|
| W F3 | S F2 | ||||||
| 9,800ft | 38°F
| 45°F
| 54°F
| 53°F
 | 43°F
+5in
| 32°F
+1in
| 38°F
+1in
|
| S F2 | S F2 | S F2 | |||||
| 8,530ft | 45°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
| 58°F
| 48°F
+3in
| 37°F
+1in
| 43°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | 10,758ft | varying 10,823ft | varying 8,921ft | varying 8,855ft | |||
| Max Town | 45°F | 52°F | 58°F | 58°F | 48°F | 37°F | 43°F |
| Min Town | 30°F | 35°F | 38°F | 37°F | 32°F | 31°F | 32°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.
Alta 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 45°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 52°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 58°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 58°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, clear spells later.
Max 48°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
3in to 8in New Snow
Light drizzle, cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 10,823ft to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
1in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow Line from 8,921ft to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
1in New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, light snow later.
Snow Line from 8,855ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Alta, 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 Alta, 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.
Alta Snow Forecast updated at 11:37 PDT, next update expected 17:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Alta
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton (Utah) | - | 1in | |||||||
| Park City | - | 6in | |||||||
| Deer Valley Resort | - | 3in | |||||||
| Solitude | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alta
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alta, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alta, 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 Alta 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 Alta 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 Alta 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.