Red Lodge Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Red Lodge Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Red Lodge Mountain, United States for 16 days from 4 May.
Updated 04 May 2025 05:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6in |
| 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 Red Lodge Mountain.
Forecast for today in Red Lodge Mountain
Max 64°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Red Lodge Mountain has 6in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Red Lodge Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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Red Lodge Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SE F3 | S F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 |
| 9,413ft | 52°F
| 50°F
 +2in
| 31°F
 +3in
| 46°F
| 49°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
|
| S F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | S F2 | SW F3 | S F2 | SW F2 | |
| 8,214ft | 58°F
| 55°F
+1in
| 32°F
+3in
| 52°F
| 56°F
| 57°F
| 63°F
|
| SE F3 | SW F2 | W F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | S F2 | ||
| 7,014ft | 64°F
| 60°F
+2in
| 32°F
 +3in
| 57°F
| 61°F
| 61°F
 | 68°F
|
| Snow Line | 7,014ft | 7,014ft | |||||
| Max Town | 64°F | 60°F | 32°F | 57°F | 61°F | 61°F | 68°F |
| Min Town | 48°F | 29°F | 25°F | 29°F | 43°F | 45°F | 45°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.
Red Lodge Mountain 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 64°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 60°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
2in New Snow
Cloudy, fog, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 32°F
Min 25°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 25°F to daytime highs around 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
3in New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 57°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 61°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 61°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Max 68°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 68°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Red Lodge Mountain, 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 Red Lodge Mountain, 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.
Red Lodge Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 05:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Red Lodge Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Red Lodge Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Red Lodge Mountain, 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 Red Lodge Mountain 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 Red Lodge Mountain 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 Red Lodge Mountain 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.