Diamond Peak Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Diamond Peak
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This is the Snow Forecast for Diamond Peak, United States for 15 days from 14 May.
Updated 14 May 2025 08:34 AEST.
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Diamond Peak.
Forecast for today in Diamond Peak
Max 1℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
14
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy first, snow showers then cloudy, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Diamond Peak has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | ||
| 2,600m | -2℃
+2cm
| 4℃
| 6℃
 | 4℃
+2cm
| -2℃
+1cm
| 3℃
| 7℃
 |
| NW F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||
| 2,325m | 0℃
+2cm
| 6℃
| 7℃
| 5℃
 +2cm
| -1℃
+1cm
| 6℃
| 9℃
|
| NW F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||
| 2,050m | 1℃
+1cm
| 8℃
| 9℃
| 7℃
+2cm
| 1℃
+1cm
| 7℃
| 11℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,050m | 2,050m | varying 2,159m | 2,050m | |||
| Max Town | 1℃ | 8℃ | 9℃ | 7℃ | 1℃ | 7℃ | 11℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -3℃ | -1℃ | -1℃ | -4℃ | -4℃ | -2℃ |
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.
Diamond Peak 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 1℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
14
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy first, snow showers then cloudy, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 8℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Max 9℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, cloudy later.
Max 7℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
2cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,159m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
1cm New Snow
Light snow early, then fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 7℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 11℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Diamond Peak, 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 Diamond Peak, on any given piste 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.
Diamond Peak Snow Forecast updated at 08:34 AEST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Diamond Peak
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boreal | 5cm | 13cm | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | 4cm | 12cm | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 1cm | 10cm | |||||||
| Willamette Pass | 3cm | 10cm | |||||||
| Kirkwood | 3cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Northstar-at-Tahoe | - | 9cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 1cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Sierra-at-Tahoe | - | 5cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Diamond Peak
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Diamond Peak, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Diamond Peak, 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 Diamond Peak 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 Diamond Peak 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 Diamond Peak 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.