Big Snow Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big Snow
This is the Snow Forecast for Big Snow, United States for 15 days from 7 November.
Updated 07 November 2025 11:30 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big Snow.
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Big Snow Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Big Snow?
| Next Snow Expected | 9 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm |
Forecast for today in Big Snow
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Big Snow has 4cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Fri 07 | Sat 08 | Sun 09 | Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | |
| 540m | 5℃
| -1℃
| -4℃
 +3cm
| -1℃
 | 3℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
|
| S F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | ||
| 449m | 5℃
| -1℃
| -3℃
+3cm
| -1℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 3℃
|
| S F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F4 | NW F4 | ||
| 358m | 6℃
| 0℃
| -2℃
+2cm
| 0℃
| 5℃
| 5℃
| 4℃
|
| Snow Line | 358m | 358m | 358m | 358m | |||
| Max Town | 6℃ | 0℃ | -2℃ | 0℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ |
| Min Town | 0℃ | -2℃ | -4℃ | -5℃ | -6℃ | 4℃ | 1℃ |
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.
Big Snow 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 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Max 0℃
Min -2℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -2℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max -2℃
Min -4℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
2cm to 3cm New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃
Min -5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, snow showers then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 5℃
Min -6℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 4℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Big Snow, 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 Big Snow, 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.
Big Snow Snow Forecast updated at 11:30 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Big Snow
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianhead | 4cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Big Powderhorn Mountain | 3cm | 4cm | |||||||
| Blackjack | 4cm | 4cm |
Snow Reliability
Big Snow typically enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average depth of 150 inches during the season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Snow
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Snow, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Snow, 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 Big Snow 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 Big Snow 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 Big Snow 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.