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Arapahoe Basin Snow Forecast - 4th July 2025

Arapahoe Basin Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin, United States for 15 days from 4 July.

Updated 04 July 2025 04:36 NZST.

Arapahoe Basin Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Arapahoe Basin.

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Arapahoe Basin.

Forecast for today in Arapahoe Basin

Max 18℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 18℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
04

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Arapahoe Basin has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Arapahoe Basin Snow Report

Arapahoe Basin Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Arapahoe Basin 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin from OpenMeteo
Fri
04
Sat
05
Sun
06
Mon
07
Tue
08
Wed
09
Thu
10
WindSW F4NW F3SW F2SW F2SW F2
3,980m
12℃
Fog
16℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
17℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
17℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
SW F3W F3SW F2SW F2SW F2
3,635m
15℃
Fog
18℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
W F2SW F2SW F2W F3
3,290m
18℃
Cloud
21℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town18℃21℃23℃21℃21℃23℃21℃
Min Town7℃5℃7℃6℃8℃9℃7℃

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.

Arapahoe Basin 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 18℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 18℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
04

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 21℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 21℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Max 23℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 23℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Max 21℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 21℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
07

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleClearClearCloud

Light drizzle, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 21℃
Min 8℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 21℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
08

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Max 23℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 23℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
09

Snow unlikely

MixedClearClearCloud

Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 21℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 21℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
10

Snow unlikely

MixedFairClearMixed

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

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

This Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin, 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 Arapahoe Basin, 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.

Arapahoe Basin Snow Forecast updated at 04:36 NZST, next update expected imminently.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arapahoe Basin

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