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Updated 22 July 2026 21:48 AEST

Long-Range Snow Forecast for The Balsams

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 22 July.

For Forecast detail, see below.

The Balsams Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in The Balsams?

The Balsams Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (688m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for The Balsams.

Long-range Snow Outlook for The Balsams

Snowfall

Snow Line

Max 27℃
Min 9℃

Snow unlikely

The Balsams Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

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.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for The Balsams from OpenMeteo(GFS)
	Snow and Weather	Temp Town
Wed 22	Clear sky.	Max 24℃ Min 11℃
Thu 23	Clear sky.	Max 20℃ Min 9℃
Fri 24	Cloudy.	Max 25℃ Min 11℃
Sat 25	Clear sky.	Max 27℃ Min 11℃
Sun 26	Cloudy.	Max 27℃ Min 11℃
Mon 27	Light drizzle.	Max 20℃ Min 12℃
Tue 28	Light rain showers.	Max 23℃ Min 13℃

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

This Snow Forecast for The Balsams, 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 The Balsams, 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.

The Balsams Snow Forecast updated at 21:48 AEST, next update expected 03:00 AEST.

Ensemble forecast for The Balsams, USA at 535m

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)

Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

What are Forecast Ensembles ? Multiple forecasts from running the same weather model with slightly different inputs. The prominent line (the 'control') is the model output from standard inputs, the thinner lines are the variations. Plotted together, they show a range of possible outcomes; the closer they are, the higher the confidence.

How to read Long Range Ensemble Forecasts

These forecasts are from ECMWF EC46, a long-range, low-resolution (area) model. They may not accurately reflect local conditions and should be read as area forecasts, indicating whether the coming weeks are likely to be warmer, colder, wetter, or drier than average.

What to look for?

Temperatures trending downward at the same time as precipitation spikes upward... means snow!

Lines close together indicate a high confidence, while wider spreads signal uncertainty.

Snow Reliability

The Balsams enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting a snow depth of 100 inches during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow conditions.

Off-Piste Safety in The Balsams

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in The Balsams, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.