Soldier Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Soldier Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Soldier Mountain, United States for 15 days from 12 March.
Updated 12 March 2025 11:36 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 9cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 12cm |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Soldier Mountain.
Forecast for today in Soldier Mountain
Max 6℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Soldier Mountain has 12cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Soldier Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Soldier Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | S F2 | SW F3 | |
| 2,195m | 2℃
| 0℃
 +11cm
| -5℃
 +1cm
| -5℃
 +3cm
| 0℃
+2cm
| 0℃
+4cm
| -3℃
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||
| 1,983m | 3℃
| 2℃
+9cm
| -3℃
+1cm
| -3℃
+2cm
| 1℃
+2cm
| 1℃
+3cm
| -2℃
|
| SE F2 | S F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | ||
| 1,770m | 6℃
| 5℃
+4cm
| -2℃
+1cm
| -1℃
+2cm
| 2℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+2cm
| -1℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,879m | 1,770m | 1,770m | 1,770m | varying 2,079m | 1,770m | |
| Max Town | 6℃ | 5℃ | -2℃ | -1℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ | -1℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | -2℃ | -10℃ | -7℃ | -8℃ | -3℃ | -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.
Soldier Mountain 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
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
4cm to 11cm New Snow
Clear spells, heavy snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,879m to resort level.
Max -2℃
Min -10℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow showers then cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃
Min -7℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
2cm to 3cm New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min -8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy, fog, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
2cm to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells first, heavy snow showers then light snow, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,079m to resort level.
Max -1℃
Min -17℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -17℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, snow showers later.
This Snow Forecast for Soldier Mountain, 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 Soldier Mountain, 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.
Soldier Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 11:36 NZDT, next update expected 17:00 NZDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Soldier Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Soldier Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Soldier Mountain, 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 Soldier Mountain 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 Soldier Mountain 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 Soldier Mountain 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.