Smugglers Notch Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Smugglers Notch
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This is the Snow Forecast for Smugglers Notch, United States for 16 days from 18 April.
Updated 18 April 2025 16:35 NZST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Smugglers Notch.
Forecast for today in Smugglers Notch
Max 24℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Smugglers Notch has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Smugglers Notch Snow Report
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Smugglers Notch 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | |
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| Wind | S F3 | SW F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | W F2 | S F2 | |
| 1,110m | 19℃
| 23℃
 | 20℃
| 18℃
| 18℃
| 18℃
 | 19℃
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| S F3 | SW F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | W F2 | S F2 | ||
| 715m | 21℃
| 26℃
| 22℃
| 20℃
| 20℃
| 21℃
| 21℃
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| S F3 | SW F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | W F2 | S F2 | ||
| 320m | 24℃
| 28℃
| 24℃
| 22℃
| 23℃
| 23℃
| 24℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 24℃ | 28℃ | 24℃ | 22℃ | 23℃ | 23℃ | 24℃ |
| Min Town | 5℃ | 15℃ | 15℃ | 11℃ | 13℃ | 9℃ | 8℃ |
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.
Smugglers Notch 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 24℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 28℃
Min 15℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ to daytime highs around 28℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 24℃
Min 15℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 22℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Max 23℃
Min 13℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 23℃
Min 9℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 24℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Smugglers Notch, 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 Smugglers Notch, 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.
Smugglers Notch Snow Forecast updated at 16:35 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Smugglers Notch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Smugglers Notch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Smugglers Notch, 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 Smugglers Notch 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 Smugglers Notch 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 Smugglers Notch 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.