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Ben Lomond Snow Forecast - 13th January 2026

Ben Lomond Snow Report and Forecast

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Snow Forecast for Ben Lomond

This is the Snow and Weather for Ben Lomond from 13 January.

Updated 14 January 2026 07:06 AEDT.

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ben Lomond.

Ben Lomond Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Ben Lomond?

Ben Lomond Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,495m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Ben Lomond.

Forecast for today in Ben Lomond

Max 15℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 15℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
13

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleLt DrizzleLt DrizzleLt Drizzle

Light drizzle.

Forecast times for Ben Lomond are in Sydney (Australia/Sydney) time zone.

Ben Lomond has no new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude

Ben Lomond Snow Report

Ben Lomond Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Ben Lomond from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Tue
13
Wed
14
Thu
15
Fri
16
Sat
17
Sun
18
Mon
19
WindE F2SE F3E F3NE F3NE F3
1,570m
14℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
11℃
Lt Drizzle
E F2SE F3E F3NE F3NE F3
1,495m
14℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
12℃
Lt Drizzle
E F2SE F3E F3NE F3NE F3
1,420m
15℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
12℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line
Max Town15℃11℃11℃10℃11℃11℃12℃
Min Town7℃5℃4℃3℃3℃3℃4℃

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.

Snow Reliability

Ben Lomond typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 1.5 meters during peak season. Snowfall is frequent, but it's advisable to check the latest updates on snow conditions through J2Ski for accurate information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ben Lomond

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ben Lomond, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ben Lomond, 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 Ben Lomond is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, 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 Ben Lomond 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 Ben Lomond 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.