Donner Ski Ranch Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Donner Ski Ranch
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This is the Snow Forecast for Donner Ski Ranch, United States for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 16:38 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Donner Ski Ranch.
Forecast for today in Donner Ski Ranch
Max 9℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Donner Ski Ranch has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Donner Ski Ranch Snow Report
Snow report from Palisades Tahoe (17km from Donner Ski Ranch)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Donner Ski Ranch 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F4 | SE F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F4 | ||
| 2,442m | 8℃
| 10℃
| 17℃
| 19℃
| 18℃
 | 15℃
 | 8℃
|
| E F3 | SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F4 | |||
| 2,291m | 8℃
| 9℃
| 18℃
| 20℃
| 19℃
| 16℃
| 9℃
|
| E F3 | SE F2 | SW F3 | SW F4 | ||||
| 2,140m | 9℃
| 10℃
| 19℃
| 21℃
| 19℃
| 17℃
| 10℃
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 9℃ | 10℃ | 19℃ | 21℃ | 19℃ | 17℃ | 10℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | 0℃ | 3℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 3℃ | -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.
Donner Ski Ranch 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 9℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 10℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 19℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 21℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 21℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 19℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 17℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 10℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Donner Ski Ranch, 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 Donner Ski Ranch, 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.
Donner Ski Ranch Snow Forecast updated at 16:38 NZST, next update expected 22:00 NZST.
Snow Forecast near Donner Ski Ranch
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Meadows | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Sierra-at-Tahoe | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Boreal | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Homewood | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Olympic Valley | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Soda Springs | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Sugar Bowl | 2cm | 2cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Donner Ski Ranch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Donner Ski Ranch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Donner Ski Ranch, 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 Donner Ski Ranch 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 Donner Ski Ranch 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 Donner Ski Ranch 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.