Crested Butte Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Crested Butte
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This is the Snow Forecast for Crested Butte, United States for 16 days from 18 May.
Updated 18 May 2025 01:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Crested Butte.
Forecast for today in Crested Butte
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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, snow showers at altitude later.
Crested Butte has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Crested Butte Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Crested Butte 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | W F2 | W F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 |
| 11,877ft | 45°F
 | 30°F
+3in
| 40°F
| 46°F
| 49°F
| 55°F
 | 54°F
|
| SW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | S F2 | S F2 | SE F2 | SW F3 | |
| 10,482ft | 51°F
| 35°F
+3in
| 44°F
| 53°F
| 57°F
| 63°F
| 62°F
|
| SW F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | S F3 | ||
| 9,088ft | 56°F
| 42°F
 +2in
| 52°F
| 60°F
| 66°F
| 72°F
| 70°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 9,610ft | 9,088ft | |||||
| Max Town | 56°F | 42°F | 52°F | 60°F | 66°F | 72°F | 70°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 27°F | 24°F | 30°F | 35°F | 39°F | 41°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.
Crested Butte 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 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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, snow showers at altitude later.
Max 42°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
2in to 3in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 52°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 60°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 66°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 72°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
Max 70°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Crested Butte, 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 Crested Butte, 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.
Crested Butte Snow Forecast updated at 01:34 PDT, next update expected 07:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Crested Butte
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Buttermilk | 4in | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Crested Butte
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Crested Butte, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Crested Butte, 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 Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte 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.