White Pass Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for White Pass
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for White Pass, United States for 16 days from 23 February.
Updated 22 February 2025 22:38 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 23 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 19in |
| Next 7 Days | 20in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for White Pass.
Forecast for today in White Pass
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
23
up to 5in New Snow
Light drizzle, cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,493ft to 5,509ft, with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 23 February 2025 01:36 PST
Powder Possible :- 14in of Fresh Snow is forecast for White Pass over the next 2 days.
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White Pass Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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White Pass 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | ||||
| 6,549ft | 33°F
 +5in
| 32°F
 +7in
| 26°F
+7in
| 28°F
| 30°F
| 31°F
| 31°F
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| SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | |||||
| 5,525ft | 37°F
+1in
| 36°F
+6in
| 30°F
+7in
| 32°F
| 33°F
| 34°F
| 35°F
|
| W F4 | SW F4 | SW F3 | |||||
| 4,501ft | 41°F
| 40°F
+3in
| 34°F
+8in
| 34°F
| 35°F
| 36°F
| 36°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,493ft | varying 5,771ft | 4,501ft | 4,501ft | |||
| Max Town | 41°F | 40°F | 34°F | 34°F | 35°F | 36°F | 36°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 28°F | 28°F | 14°F | 22°F | 22°F | 21°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.
White Pass 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
23
up to 5in New Snow
Light drizzle, cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,493ft to 5,509ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
3in to 7in New Snow
Snow showers first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow Line from 5,771ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
7in to 8in New Snow
Snow showers, heavy snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
New Snow
Snow showers, cloudy, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for White Pass, 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 White Pass, 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.
White Pass Snow Forecast updated at 22:38 PST, next update expected 04:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near White Pass
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Mountain (WA) | 22in | 23in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in White Pass
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to White Pass, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in White Pass, 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 White Pass 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 White Pass 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 White Pass 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.