Sierra Nevada Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada
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This is the Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada, Spain for 16 days from 18 January.
Updated 18 January 2025 19:33 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 20 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm |
| Next 7 Days | 55cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sierra Nevada.
Forecast for today in Sierra Nevada
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Sierra Nevada has 6cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sierra Nevada Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SW F3 | SW F4 | ||||
| 3,300m | -5℃
| -4℃
 | -1℃
 +5cm
| 0℃
+9cm
| -3℃
 +9cm
| -4℃
+18cm
| -2℃
|
| NW F2 | SW F3 | SW F4 | W F2 | ||||
| 2,700m | -1℃
| 0℃
| 3℃
+5cm
| 4℃
+2cm
| 0℃
+5cm
| 0℃
+18cm
| 2℃
+1cm
|
| S F2 | SW F4 | ||||||
| 2,100m | 3℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
| 8℃
| 5℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,100m | varying 2,649m | varying 2,729m | varying 2,469m | varying 2,309m | varying 2,519m | |
| Max Town | 3℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 8℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | -2℃ | 0℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ |
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.
Sierra Nevada 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
20
up to 5cm New Snow
Snow showers first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,649m to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
21
up to 9cm New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,729m to 2,389m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
22
up to 9cm New Snow
Snow showers at altitude early, then light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,469m to 2,159m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
23
up to 18cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then fair later.
Snow Line from 2,309m to 2,109m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
24
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada, Spain 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 Sierra Nevada, 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.
Sierra Nevada Snow Forecast updated at 19:33 NZDT, next update expected 22:00 NZDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sierra Nevada
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sierra Nevada, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sierra Nevada, 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 Sierra Nevada 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 Sierra Nevada 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 Sierra Nevada 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.