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Buck Hill Ski Area Snow Forecast - 13th May 2026

Buck Hill Ski Area Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 13 May 2026 05:46 NZST

Snow Forecast for Buck Hill Ski Area

Snow and Weather from 13 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Buck Hill Ski Area Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Buck Hill Ski Area?

Buck Hill Ski Area Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (330m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Buck Hill Ski Area.

Forecast for today in Buck Hill Ski Area

Max 22℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 22℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
13

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Forecast times for Buck Hill Ski Area are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Buck Hill Ski Area from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Wed
13
Thu
14
Fri
15
Sat
16
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
WindS F3NW F3NW F3SW F2NW F2
370m
21℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
20℃
Cloud
25℃
Fair
25℃
Fair
28℃
Cloud
S F3NW F3NW F3SW F2NW F2
330m
21℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
21℃
Cloud
25℃
Fair
26℃
Fair
28℃
Cloud
S F3NW F3NW F3SW F2NW F2
289m
22℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
21℃
Cloud
25℃
Fair
26℃
Fair
28℃
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town22℃15℃15℃21℃25℃26℃28℃
Min Town9℃6℃7℃7℃13℃11℃15℃

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

Buck Hill typically enjoys good snow reliability with an average snow depth of around 12-36 inches throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Buck Hill Ski Area

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