Indianhead Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Indianhead
This is the Snow Forecast for Indianhead, United States for 16 days from 17 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 19:30 AEDT.
Forecast times for Indianhead are in Mountain Time (US/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Indianhead.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Indianhead Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Indianhead?
| Next Snow Expected | 27 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | - |
Forecast for today in Indianhead
Max 2℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 2℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Indianhead has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Indianhead Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||
| 540m | 1℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
 | 3℃
 | 1℃
| 3℃
| 6℃
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 460m | 2℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 6℃
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 380m | 2℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
| 4℃
| 7℃
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 2℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ | 4℃ | 7℃ |
| Min Town | -1℃ | -1℃ | -3℃ | 1℃ | -3℃ | -4℃ | -3℃ |
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.
Indianhead 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 2℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 2℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 5℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 4℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Max 2℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 4℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, cloudy later.
Max 7℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Indianhead, 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 Indianhead, 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.
Indianhead Snow Forecast updated at 19:30 AEDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Reliability
Indianhead is known for its reliable snow conditions, boasting an average snowfall of about 200 inches annually. Skiers can typically expect a snow depth of 12 to 48 inches throughout the season, although it's always wise to check the latest snow info on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Indianhead
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Indianhead, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Indianhead, 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 Indianhead 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 Indianhead 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 Indianhead 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.