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Vail Snow Forecast - 9th July 2026

Vail Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 09 July 2026 09:42 AEST

Snow Forecast for Vail

Snow and Weather from 9 July.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Vail Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Vail?

Vail Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (3,005m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Vail.

Forecast for today in Vail

Max 25℃
Min 13℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ to daytime highs around 25℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
09

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudClearShwrs

Clear sky first, cloudy then clear sky, rain showers later.

Forecast times for Vail are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

Vail 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Vail from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Thu
09		Fri
10		Sat
11		Sun
12		Mon
13		Tue
14		Wed
15
WindS F3SW F3SW F2SE F2SW F2SE F2S F2
3,530m
17℃
Cloud
21℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
28℃
Clear
26℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
26℃
Clear
S F2SW F2SW F2SE F2SW F2SE F2S F2
2,893m
21℃
Cloud
24℃
Clear
28℃
Clear
32℃
Clear
29℃
Clear
28℃
Clear
29℃
Clear
S F2SW F2SW F2SE F2SW F2SE F2S F2
2,255m
25℃
Cloud
28℃
Clear
31℃
Clear
35℃
Clear
33℃
Clear
31℃
Clear
33℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town25℃28℃31℃35℃33℃31℃33℃
Min Town13℃12℃11℃12℃12℃11℃11℃

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 Reliability

Vail is known for its reliable snow, typically receiving around 350 inches annually. Snow depth can vary, but with its high elevation, the area maintains good conditions well into the spring; check J2Ski for the latest snow reports.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vail

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