Durango / Purgatory Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Durango / Purgatory
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This is the Snow Forecast for Durango / Purgatory, United States for 16 days from 19 April.
Updated 19 April 2025 05:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Durango / Purgatory.
Forecast for today in Durango / Purgatory
Max 37°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
1in New Snow
Cloudy, heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Durango / Purgatory has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Durango / Purgatory Snow Report
Snow report from Telluride (near Durango / Purgatory)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Durango / Purgatory 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | ||||
| 10,823ft | 27°F
+1in
| 42°F
 +1in
| 40°F
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 48°F
| 49°F
 |
| NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | S F2 | |||
| 9,808ft | 32°F
+1in
| 46°F
+1in
| 47°F
| 52°F
| 54°F
| 55°F
| 54°F
|
| S F2 | W F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | ||
| 8,793ft | 37°F
+1in
| 51°F
+1in
| 51°F
| 57°F
| 59°F
| 59°F
| 58°F
|
| Snow Line | 8,793ft | 8,793ft | |||||
| Max Town | 37°F | 51°F | 51°F | 57°F | 59°F | 59°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 23°F | 24°F | 26°F | 32°F | 35°F | 36°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.
Durango / Purgatory 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 37°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
1in New Snow
Cloudy, heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 51°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
1in New Snow
Clear sky.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 51°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 57°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 59°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 59°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
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
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Durango / Purgatory, 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 Durango / Purgatory, 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.
Durango / Purgatory Snow Forecast updated at 05:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Durango / Purgatory
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango Mountain Resort | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Telluride | 2in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Durango / Purgatory
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Durango / Purgatory, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Durango / Purgatory, 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 Durango / Purgatory 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 Durango / Purgatory 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 Durango / Purgatory 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.