Sierra-at-Tahoe Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sierra-at-Tahoe
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This is the Snow Forecast for Sierra-at-Tahoe, United States for 16 days from 24 April.
Updated 24 April 2025 14:34 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 26 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sierra-at-Tahoe.
Forecast for today in Sierra-at-Tahoe
Max 16℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Sierra-at-Tahoe has 3cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sierra-at-Tahoe Snow Report
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Sierra-at-Tahoe 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | W F2 | SW F2 | W F2 | |
| 2,700m | 12℃
| 11℃
| 5℃
 +3cm
| 0℃
 +1cm
| 7℃
| 12℃
| 13℃
|
| SW F2 | W F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,360m | 14℃
| 13℃
| 5℃
 +2cm
| 1℃
 | 9℃
| 15℃
| 14℃
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,020m | 16℃
| 15℃
| 8℃
+1cm
| 3℃
| 11℃
| 17℃
| 16℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,020m | 2,020m | |||||
| Max Town | 16℃ | 15℃ | 8℃ | 3℃ | 11℃ | 17℃ | 16℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 4℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ | -4℃ | 2℃ | 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.
Sierra-at-Tahoe 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 16℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 15℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 8℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
1cm to 3cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 11℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then clear sky later.
Max 17℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 16℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Sierra-at-Tahoe, 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 Sierra-at-Tahoe, 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.
Sierra-at-Tahoe Snow Forecast updated at 14:34 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Sierra-at-Tahoe
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 12cm | 13cm | |||||||
| Northstar-at-Tahoe | 9cm | 11cm | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | 7cm | 10cm | |||||||
| Kirkwood | 7cm | 10cm | |||||||
| Boreal | 6cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Homewood | 7cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 6cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Diamond Peak | 8cm | 8cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sierra-at-Tahoe
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sierra-at-Tahoe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sierra-at-Tahoe, 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 Sierra-at-Tahoe 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 Sierra-at-Tahoe 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 Sierra-at-Tahoe 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.