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Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Forecast - 12th May 2025

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Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe

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This is the Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe, United States for 15 days from 12 May.

Updated 12 May 2025 04:38 AEST.

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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Northstar-at-Tahoe.

Forecast for today in Northstar-at-Tahoe

Max 12℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Northstar-at-Tahoe has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe from OpenMeteo
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wed
14
Thu
15
Fri
16
Sat
17
Sun
18
WindSW F6W F2SW F2NW F2
2,620m
6℃
Clear
3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
10℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
13℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
13℃
Clear
SW F6SW F2SW F2NW F2
2,275m
8℃
Clear
5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
12℃
Clear
15℃
Clear
15℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
15℃
Clear
SW F5W F2SW F2W F2
1,930m
12℃
Clear
8℃
Mixed
14℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
20℃
Cloud
17℃
Cloud
18℃
Mixed
Snow Line

1,939m

1,930m

2,199m

Max Town12℃8℃14℃18℃20℃17℃18℃
Min Town2℃-4℃-3℃1℃5℃5℃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.

Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 12℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Max 8℃
Min -4℃

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 8℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
13

up to 1cm New Snow

MixedClearCloudMixed

Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 14℃
Min -3℃

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 14℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
14

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 18℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
15

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Max 20℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 20℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
16

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 17℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 17℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
17

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 18℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
18

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleMixedClearClear

Light drizzle, clear spells, clear sky later.

This Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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.

Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Forecast updated at 04:38 AEST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Northstar-at-Tahoe

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Northstar-at-Tahoe
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrMonTueWedThuFriSatSun 7 Day
Alpine Meadows19cm 19cm
Kirkwood9cm 9cm
Donner Ski Ranch8cm 8cm
Soda Springs8cm 8cm
Boreal7cm 7cm
Palisades Tahoe7cm 7cm
Diamond Peak6cm 6cm
Homewood5cm 5cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Northstar-at-Tahoe

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Northstar-at-Tahoe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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.