Snow Summit Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 26 April 2026 03:45 AEST
Snow Forecast for Snow Summit
Snow and Weather from 25 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Snow Summit Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Snow Summit?
| Next Snow Expected | 25 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm |
Forecast for today in Snow Summit
Max 10℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
25
1cm to 3cm New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level (2,133m).
Forecast times for Snow Summit are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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| Sat 25 | Sun 26 | Mon 27 | Tue 28 | Wed 29 | Thu 30 | Fri 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F4 | SW F5 | SW F3 | S F3 | W F2 | ||
| 2,499m | 6℃
 +3cm
| -2℃
+6cm
| 8℃
| 12℃
| 13℃
| 10℃
| 16℃
|
| SW F4 | SW F5 | SW F3 | S F3 | W F2 | |||
| 2,316m | 7℃
+3cm
| -1℃
+6cm
| 9℃
| 13℃
| 15℃
| 11℃
| 17℃
|
| SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F2 | S F3 | W F2 | |||
| 2,133m | 10℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+2cm
| 10℃
| 14℃
| 16℃
| 12℃
| 19℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,133m | 2,133m | |||||
| Max Town | 10℃ | 2℃ | 10℃ | 14℃ | 16℃ | 12℃ | 19℃ |
| Min Town | 0℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ |
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 Forecast near Snow Summit
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Valley | 11cm | 11cm | |||||||
| Big Bear Mountain | 10cm | 10cm | |||||||
| Bear Mountain | 3cm | 3cm |
Snow Reliability
Snow Summit typically enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snowfall of 120 inches per season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Snow Summit
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Snow Summit, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Snow Summit, 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 Snow Summit 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 Snow Summit 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 Snow Summit 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.