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Red River Snow Forecast - 19th May 2026

Red River Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 19 May 2026 23:45 NZST

Snow Forecast for Red River

Snow and Weather from 19 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Red River Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Red River?

Red River Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,909m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Red River.

Forecast for today in Red River

Max 16℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 16℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
19

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Forecast times for Red River are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Red River from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Mon
25
WindSW F3S F4SW F3SW F3SW F2
3,150m
12℃
Clear
13℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
15℃
Clear
17℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
20℃
Fair
S F3S F3SW F3SW F3SW F2
2,909m
14℃
Clear
15℃
Fair
16℃
Cloud
17℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
22℃
Fair
S F3S F3SW F3SW F3SW F2
2,667m
16℃
Clear
17℃
Fair
17℃
Cloud
18℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
22℃
Clear
23℃
Fair
Snow Line
Max Town16℃17℃17℃18℃20℃22℃23℃
Min Town2℃4℃3℃5℃5℃5℃7℃

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.

Snow Reliability

Red River enjoys a reliable snow season with an average snowfall of 200 inches annually. Typically, snow depths reach up to 60 inches at peak, so check J2Ski for the latest snow information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Red River

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