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Buttermilk Snow Forecast - 11th October 2026

Buttermilk Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 12 October 2026 00:51 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Buttermilk

Snow and Weather from 11 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Buttermilk Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Buttermilk?

Buttermilk Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,709m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Buttermilk.

Forecast for today in Buttermilk

Max 22℃
Min 8℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 22℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Forecast times for Buttermilk are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Buttermilk from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Sun
11
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wed
14
Thu
15
Fri
16
Sat
17
WindS F4S F3
3,018m
15℃
Cloud
11℃
Clear
9℃
Mixed
3℃
Mixed
8℃
Clear
12℃
Clear
12℃
Clear
S F3SE F3
2,709m
19℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
11℃
Lt Drizzle
5℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Clear
14℃
Clear
14℃
Clear
S F3SE F3
2,399m
22℃
Cloud
17℃
Clear
13℃
Lt Drizzle
7℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
Snow Line

2,789m

Max Town22℃17℃13℃7℃12℃16℃16℃
Min Town8℃7℃5℃2℃0℃3℃3℃

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.

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Snow Forecast near Buttermilk

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Buttermilk
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Aspen-3cm
Crested Butte1cm 3cm
Snowmass2cm 3cm

How reliable is the snow in Buttermilk?

Buttermilk typically enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of 75 inches. With consistent snowfall throughout the season, skiers are encouraged to check J2Ski for the latest snow reports.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Buttermilk

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