Alpine Meadows Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows
This is the Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows, United States for 16 days from 11 November.
Updated 11 November 2025 23:34 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alpine Meadows.
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Alpine Meadows Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Alpine Meadows?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm |
Forecast for today in Alpine Meadows
Max 14℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Alpine Meadows has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alpine Meadows Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F4 | ||||
| 2,630m | 9℃
| 6℃
 | 3℃
 | 1℃
 +13cm
| 0℃
| 2℃
| 2℃
|
| SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F4 | |||||
| 2,355m | 12℃
| 9℃
| 5℃
| 2℃
+13cm
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
|
| SW F4 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 2,080m | 14℃
| 11℃
| 7℃
| 3℃
 +11cm
| 5℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,269m | ||||||
| Max Town | 14℃ | 11℃ | 7℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 6℃ | 6℃ |
| Min Town | 6℃ | 5℃ | 3℃ | -5℃ | -8℃ | -5℃ | -2℃ |
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.
Alpine Meadows 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.
Max 14℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 11℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 3℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
14
11cm to 13cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, heavy snow then fog, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,269m to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min -8℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 6℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 6℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Alpine Meadows, 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 Alpine Meadows, 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.
Alpine Meadows Snow Forecast updated at 23:34 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Alpine Meadows
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Valley | 1cm | 19cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | - | 19cm | |||||||
| Boreal | - | 16cm | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | - | 16cm | |||||||
| Heavenly | 1cm | 14cm | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | 1cm | 13cm | |||||||
| Homewood | - | 10cm | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 4cm | 8cm |
Snow Reliability
Alpine Meadows typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 450 inches annually. Snow depths can vary, so check J2Ski for the latest snow information and updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alpine Meadows
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alpine Meadows, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alpine Meadows, 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 Alpine Meadows 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 Alpine Meadows 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 Alpine Meadows 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.