J2Ski New Zealand J2Ski logo
Facebook

Mont Orford Snow Forecast - 28th May 2026

Mont Orford Snow Report and Forecast

GEM
GFS

PROSubscribe to Switch Weather Model

Updated 29 May 2026 05:48 NZST

Snow Forecast for Mont Orford

Snow and Weather from 28 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Mont Orford Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Mont Orford?

Mont Orford Snow Forecast Highlights - GEM
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (580m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Mont Orford.

Forecast for today in Mont Orford

Max 14℃
Min 10℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 14℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
28

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudShwrs

Clear sky, cloudy, rain showers later.

Forecast times for Mont Orford are in Edmonton (Canada/Mountain) time zone.

Partner Offers

Mont Orford 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

Get this snow forecast by e-mail

Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mont Orford from OpenMeteo(GEM)
Thu
28
Fri
29
Sat
30
Sun
31
Mon
01
Tue
02
Wed
03
WindNW F2SW F2SE F2SW F2
850m
10℃
Cloud
14℃
Clear
10℃
Shwrs
10℃
Clear
14℃
Clear
15℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
NW F2SW F2SE F2SW F2
580m
12℃
Cloud
15℃
Clear
12℃
Shwrs
12℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
17℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
NW F2SW F2SE F2SW F2
310m
14℃
Cloud
17℃
Clear
14℃
Shwrs
14℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town14℃17℃14℃14℃18℃18℃21℃
Min Town10℃7℃6℃5℃3℃5℃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 Reliability

Mont Orford typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 60 to 100 inches throughout the season. For the latest snow reports, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mont Orford

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mont Orford, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mont Orford, 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 Mont Orford is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, 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 Mont Orford 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 Mont Orford 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.