Donner Ski Ranch Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Donner Ski Ranch
This is the Snow Forecast for Donner Ski Ranch, United States for 16 days from 12 November.
Updated 12 November 2025 15:36 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Donner Ski Ranch.
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Donner Ski Ranch Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Donner Ski Ranch?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 12cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm |
Forecast for today in Donner Ski Ranch
Max 11℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 13 November 2025 02:36 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 12cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Donner Ski Ranch over the next 2 days.
Donner Ski Ranch Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | |
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| Wind | SW F4 | SW F5 | |||||
| 2,442m | 8℃
| 4℃
 | 3℃
 +14cm
| 3℃
| 2℃
 | 0℃
+1cm
| 2℃
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| SW F3 | SW F5 | ||||||
| 2,291m | 10℃
| 6℃
| 4℃
+12cm
| 4℃
| 2℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| 3℃
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| SW F3 | SW F5 | NE F2 | |||||
| 2,140m | 11℃
| 7℃
| 5℃
+12cm
| 5℃
 | 3℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| 4℃
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| Snow Line | varying 2,389m | 2,140m | 2,140m | ||||
| Max Town | 11℃ | 7℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ |
| Min Town | 6℃ | 2℃ | 0℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ | -2℃ |
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 11℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 7℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then rain later.
Max 5℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
14
12cm to 14cm New Snow
Clear spells first, heavy snow then heavy snow showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,389m to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, fog later.
Max 3℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Max 1℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Light snow, cloudy, clear spells later.
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 15:36 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Donner Ski Ranch
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood | 27cm | 30cm | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | 20cm | 30cm | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 17cm | 27cm | |||||||
| Olympic Valley | 9cm | 25cm | |||||||
| Alpine Meadows | 11cm | 23cm | |||||||
| Heavenly | 13cm | 22cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 20cm | 22cm | |||||||
| Homewood | 10cm | 16cm |
Snow Reliability
Donner Ski Ranch typically receives a snow depth of up to 120 inches, with reliable snowfall throughout the winter season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for real-time information.
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.