Loveland Ski Area Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Loveland Ski Area
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This is the Snow Forecast for Loveland Ski Area, United States for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 14:31 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Loveland Ski Area.
Forecast for today in Loveland Ski Area
Max 6℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,429m to resort level.
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Updated 05 May 2025 22:40 NZST
Powder Possible :- 16cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Loveland Ski Area over the next 2 days.
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Loveland Ski Area Snow Report
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | SE F4 | |||||
| 3,870m | 0℃
+1cm
| -4℃
 +7cm
| -2℃
+8cm
| -1℃
+6cm
| 1℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 8℃
|
| SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||||
| 3,550m | 4℃
+2cm
| -1℃
+6cm
| 0℃
+8cm
| 1℃
+5cm
| 3℃
| 5℃
| 10℃
|
| SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||||
| 3,230m | 6℃
+1cm
| 3℃
+2cm
| 5℃
 +7cm
| 5℃
+5cm
| 10℃
| 11℃
| 15℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,429m | 3,230m | varying 3,289m | varying 3,389m | varying 3,459m | varying 3,529m | |
| Max Town | 6℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 10℃ | 11℃ | 15℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | -7℃ | -7℃ | -7℃ | -5℃ | -4℃ | -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.
Loveland Ski Area 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 6℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,429m to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
2cm to 7cm New Snow
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
7cm to 8cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 3,289m to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
5cm to 6cm New Snow
Snow showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,389m to resort level.
Max 10℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, cloudy then rain showers, light drizzle later.
Max 11℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
up to 1cm New Snow
Light drizzle first, fair then clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,529m to 3,489m, with rain below.
Max 15℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Loveland Ski Area, 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 Loveland Ski Area, 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.
Loveland Ski Area Snow Forecast updated at 14:31 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Loveland Ski Area
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arapahoe Basin | 27cm | 34cm | |||||||
| Winter Park | 27cm | 33cm | |||||||
| Breckenridge | 6cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Keystone | 4cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Elk Meadows | 5cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | 3cm | 4cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Loveland Ski Area
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Loveland Ski Area, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Loveland Ski Area, 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 Loveland Ski Area 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 Loveland Ski Area 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 Loveland Ski Area 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.