The Balsams 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 22 March 2026 12:48 NZDT
Powder Alarm
Powder Alarm issued 22 March 2026 12:50 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 17cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for The Balsams over the next 2 days.
2-Day Forecast for The Balsams
48-hours from 22 March.
See below for forecast detail
The Balsams Snow Forecast updated at 12:48 NZDT, next update expected 18:00 NZDT.
Forecast for today in The Balsams
Max -2℃
Min -8℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
22
10cm to 11cm New Snow
Cloudy first, snow showers then heavy snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level (535m).
Forecast times for The Balsams are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 22 March 2026 12:50 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 17cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for The Balsams over the next 2 days.
Forecast for tomorrow in The Balsams
Max 0℃
Min -6℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
23
5cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, cloudy then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level (535m).
Forecast times for The Balsams are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | SE Light | 5% | |
| Sun | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | SE Light | 10% | |
| Sun | 02:00 |  | Heavy snow showers at altitude. Lt rain below. | -8℃ | SE Light | 15% | |
| Sun | 03:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -8℃ | SE Light | 20% | |
| Sun | 04:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -7℃ | SE Light | 65% | |
| Sun | 05:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -7℃ | SE Light | 85% | |
| Sun | 06:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -6℃ | SE Light | 85% |
| Sun | 07:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 90% |
| Sun | 08:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 90% |
| Sun | 09:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 10:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow at altitude. Hvy shwrs below. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 11:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 12:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 13:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 80% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -2℃ | SE Breeze | 75% |
| Sun | 15:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -2℃ | SE Breeze | 70% |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Light | 70% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Light | 60% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Light | 45% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 30% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 10% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | SE Light | 5% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | -5℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | -5℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Cloudy. | -5℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Light snow. | -5℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | -5℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 05:00 | | Light snow. | -5℃ | SE Light | 30% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Light snow. | -5℃ | SE Light | 30% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Light snow. | -4℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
| Mon | 10:00 |  | Light snow at altitude. Lt rain below. | -3℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
| Mon | 11:00 |  | Light snow showers. | -2℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Clear spells. | -1℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Light snow showers. | 0℃ | SE Light | 45% | |
| Mon | 14:00 | | Light snow showers. | 0℃ | SE Light | 45% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Light snow showers. | -1℃ | SE Light | 45% |
| Mon | 16:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Snow showers. | -1℃ | SE Light | 45% |
| Mon | 17:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Light snow showers. | -2℃ | SE Light | 45% |
| Mon | 18:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Light | 45% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 20:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -5℃ | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -5℃ | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Light snow. | -6℃ | SE Light | 15% | |
Snow Forecast near The Balsams
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pass | 9cm | 16cm |
The Balsams Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Balsams.
This Snow Forecast for The Balsams, 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 The Balsams, 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.
Snow Reliability
The Balsams enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting a snow depth of 100 inches during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow conditions.