Elk Meadows Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Elk Meadows
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This is the Snow Forecast for Elk Meadows, United States for 16 days from 17 April.
Updated 17 April 2025 22:37 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Elk Meadows.
Forecast for today in Elk Meadows
Max 12℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
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Updated 18 April 2025 08:40 NZST
Powder Possible :- 13cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Elk Meadows over the next 2 days.
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Elk Meadows Snow Report
Snow report from Winter Park (14km from Elk Meadows)
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Elk Meadows 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F2 | W F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |
| 3,170m | 8℃
| 6℃
 +11cm
| -1℃
+1cm
| 1℃
| 5℃
 | 7℃
| 7℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |
| 2,970m | 10℃
| 8℃
+11cm
| 0℃
+1cm
| 3℃
| 8℃
| 9℃
| 9℃
|
| SW F3 | S F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,770m | 12℃
| 10℃
+10cm
| 3℃
+1cm
| 5℃
| 10℃
| 12℃
| 12℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,919m | 2,770m | 2,770m | 2,770m | |||
| Max Town | 12℃ | 10℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 10℃ | 12℃ | 12℃ |
| Min Town | 0℃ | -6℃ | -12℃ | -8℃ | -4℃ | -3℃ | 0℃ |
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.
Elk Meadows 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 12℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 10℃
Min -6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ and rising to 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
10cm to 11cm New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then cloudy, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -12℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
1cm New Snow
Snow showers, cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min -8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Max 10℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Max 12℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 12℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then clear sky, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Elk Meadows, 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 Elk Meadows, 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.
Elk Meadows Snow Forecast updated at 22:37 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Elk Meadows
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arapahoe Basin | 21cm | 24cm | |||||||
| Eldora Mountain Resort | 16cm | 17cm | |||||||
| Winter Park | 14cm | 16cm | |||||||
| Loveland Ski Area | 12cm | 13cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Elk Meadows
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Elk Meadows, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Elk Meadows, 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 Elk Meadows 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 Elk Meadows 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 Elk Meadows 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.