Mount Washington Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Washington
This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Washington, Canada for 10 days from 13 November.
Updated 13 November 2025 17:35 AEDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Washington.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Mount Washington Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mount Washington?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm |
| Next 7 Days | 33cm |
Forecast for today in Mount Washington
Max 4℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 6cm New Snow
Rain showers first, drizzle then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,464m to resort level.
Mount Washington has 10cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,590m | 0℃
+6cm
| -3℃
 | 1℃
+4cm
| 3℃
| 2℃
+4cm
| -2℃
+2cm
| -2℃
 +10cm
|
| 1,350m | 2℃
+4cm
| -1℃
| 2℃
+3cm
| 4℃
| 4℃
+4cm
| 0℃
+2cm
| 0℃
+10cm
|
| 1,110m | 4℃
| 1℃
 | 4℃
+3cm
| 6℃
| 5℃
+4cm
| 2℃
+2cm
| 1℃
+10cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,464m | 1,110m | 1,110m | varying 1,310m | 1,110m | 1,110m | |
| Max Town | 4℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 5℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | -6℃ | -1℃ | 3℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ | -1℃ |
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.
Mount Washington 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 4℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 6cm New Snow
Rain showers first, drizzle then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,464m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
3cm to 4cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then cloudy, light drizzle later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 6℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then light drizzle later.
Max 5℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
4cm New Snow
Light rain first, heavy snow then light snow, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 1,310m to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
2cm New Snow
Light snow early, then fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
10cm New Snow
Light snow, heavy snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Mount Washington, Canada 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 Mount Washington, 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.
Mount Washington Snow Forecast updated at 17:35 AEDT, next update expected 20:00 AEDT.
Snow Reliability
The snow reliability at Mount Washington is commendable, with an average snowfall of 150 inches per year. Snow depths can reach up to 70 inches, making it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts; check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Washington
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Washington, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Washington, 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 Mount Washington 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 Mount Washington 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 Mount Washington 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.