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49 Degrees North Snow Forecast - 2nd July 2026

49 Degrees North Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 July 2026 12:44 NZST

Snow Forecast for 49 Degrees North

Snow and Weather from 2 July.

For Forecast detail, see below.

49 Degrees North Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in 49 Degrees North?

49 Degrees North Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,480m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for 49 Degrees North.

Forecast for today in 49 Degrees North

Max 20℃
Min 11℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 20℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
02

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedClearCloud

Clear sky first, clear spells then clear sky, cloudy later.

Forecast times for 49 Degrees North are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

49 Degrees North 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for 49 Degrees North from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Thu
02
Fri
03
Sat
04
Sun
05
Mon
06
Tue
07
Wed
08
WindSW F2S F2S F2
1,760m
15℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
26℃
Clear
26℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
SW F2S F2S F2
1,480m
17℃
Clear
22℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
28℃
Clear
28℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
SW F2SW F2S F2S F2
1,200m
20℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
25℃
Clear
25℃
Clear
30℃
Clear
30℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town20℃24℃25℃25℃30℃30℃24℃
Min Town11℃13℃10℃7℃11℃14℃10℃

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

49 Degrees North typically sees an average snowfall of around 300 inches each season, ensuring good snow depth throughout winter. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in 49 Degrees North

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to 49 Degrees North, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in 49 Degrees North, 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 49 Degrees North 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 49 Degrees North 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 49 Degrees North 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.