Sun Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sun Valley
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This is the Snow Forecast for Sun Valley, United States for 16 days from 13 March.
Updated 13 March 2025 23:36 AEDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sun Valley.
Forecast for today in Sun Valley
Max 6℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,219m to resort level.
Sun Valley has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sun Valley Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Sun Valley 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | S F2 | SW F3 | SE F2 | SE F2 |
| 2,790m | -3℃
 +2cm
| -8℃
| -7℃
| -4℃
 +5cm
| -4℃
+3cm
| -5℃
| -7℃
|
| SW F2 | NW F3 | W F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 2,270m | 0℃
+1cm
| -4℃
| -3℃
| 0℃
+5cm
| -1℃
+2cm
| -2℃
 | -3℃
|
| SE F2 | SW F2 | W F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||
| 1,750m | 6℃
| 1℃
| 0℃
| 1℃
+5cm
| 1℃
| 1℃
| 0℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,219m | 1,750m | varying 1,769m | varying 1,819m | 1,750m | ||
| Max Town | 6℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | -7℃ | -8℃ | -5℃ | -3℃ | -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.
Sun Valley 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 6℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,219m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -7℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 0℃
Min -8℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, light snow later.
Max 1℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
5cm New Snow
Clear spells first, heavy snow showers then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,769m to resort level.
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
Mon
17
up to 3cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,819m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 0℃
Min -8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -8℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Sun Valley, 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 Sun Valley, 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.
Sun Valley Snow Forecast updated at 23:36 AEDT, next update expected 05:00 AEDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sun Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sun Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sun Valley, 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 Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley 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.