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Jay Peak Snow Forecast - 2nd July 2026

Jay Peak Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 July 2026 12:46 NZST

Snow Forecast for Jay Peak

Snow and Weather from 2 July.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Jay Peak Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Jay Peak?

Jay Peak Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (870m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Jay Peak.

Forecast for today in Jay Peak

Max 28℃
Min 21℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 21℃ to daytime highs around 28℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
02

Snow unlikely

DrizzleClearClearStorm

Drizzle, clear sky, thunderstorms later.

Forecast times for Jay Peak are in New York (US/Eastern) time zone.

Jay Peak 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Jay Peak from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Thu
02
Fri
03
Sat
04
Sun
05
Mon
06
Tue
07
Wed
08
WindSW F4W F3
1,209m
23℃
Clear
21℃
Lt Rain
19℃
Lt Drizzle
19℃
Clear
21℃
Cloud
22℃
Clear
22℃
Cloud
SW F4W F3
870m
25℃
Clear
24℃
Lt Rain
22℃
Lt Drizzle
21℃
Clear
23℃
Cloud
25℃
Clear
24℃
Cloud
SW F4W F3
530m
28℃
Clear
26℃
Cloud
24℃
Lt Drizzle
23℃
Clear
25℃
Cloud
27℃
Clear
26℃
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town28℃26℃24℃23℃25℃27℃26℃
Min Town21℃19℃16℃12℃13℃15℃14℃

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 Reliability

Jay Peak is known for its impressive snow reliability, typically receiving an average snowfall of over 350 inches per season. Snow depths can reach up to 100 inches, making it a prime spot for winter sports; check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Jay Peak

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