Lutsen Mountains Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Lutsen Mountains
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This is the Snow Forecast for Lutsen Mountains, United States for 16 days from 1 February.
Updated 01 February 2025 23:32 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 1 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Lutsen Mountains.
Forecast for today in Lutsen Mountains
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
01
1cm New Snow
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Lutsen Mountains has 8cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Lutsen Mountains Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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Lutsen Mountains 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 01 | Sun 02 | Mon 03 | Tue 04 | Wed 05 | Thu 06 | Fri 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SW F4 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F3 | ||
| 515m | -7℃
 +1cm
| 0℃
 +7cm
| -7℃
| -15℃
| -11℃
+1cm
| -9℃
 +1cm
| -9℃
|
| S F3 | SW F4 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||
| 390m | -6℃
+1cm
| 1℃
+7cm
| -6℃
| -14℃
| -10℃
+1cm
| -8℃
 +1cm
| -8℃
|
| SE F3 | SW F4 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F3 | ||
| 264m | -5℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+6cm
| -5℃
| -12℃
| -9℃
+1cm
| -6℃
+1cm
| -7℃
|
| Snow Line | 264m | 264m | 264m | 264m | |||
| Max Town | -5℃ | 2℃ | -5℃ | -12℃ | -9℃ | -6℃ | -7℃ |
| Min Town | -17℃ | -4℃ | -15℃ | -19℃ | -16℃ | -11℃ | -17℃ |
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.
Lutsen Mountains 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
01
1cm New Snow
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
02
6cm to 7cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
05
1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
06
1cm New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Lutsen Mountains, 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 Lutsen Mountains, 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.
Lutsen Mountains Snow Forecast updated at 23:32 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lutsen Mountains
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lutsen Mountains, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lutsen Mountains, 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 Lutsen Mountains 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 Lutsen Mountains 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 Lutsen Mountains 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.