Waterville Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Waterville Valley
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This is the Snow Forecast for Waterville Valley, United States for 15 days from 21 May.
Updated 21 May 2025 10:31 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 12cm |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Waterville Valley.
Forecast for today in Waterville Valley
Max 8℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, cloudy later.
Waterville Valley has 12cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Waterville Valley Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Waterville Valley 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F4 | E F4 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,220m | 3℃
 | 1℃
 +7cm
| 0℃
 +5cm
| 0℃
+1cm
| 2℃
| 13℃
 | 18℃
|
| NE F3 | E F4 | NW F2 | |||||
| 910m | 5℃
| 3℃
+5cm
| 2℃
+4cm
| 2℃
+1cm
| 4℃
| 15℃
| 20℃
|
| NE F2 | E F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 600m | 8℃
| 5℃
 | 4℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
| 18℃
| 22℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 939m | varying 919m | varying 919m | ||||
| Max Town | 8℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 18℃ | 22℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 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.
Waterville Valley 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 8℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
up to 7cm New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 939m to 729m, with rain below.
Max 4℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
23
up to 5cm New Snow
Clear spells, light snow at altitude, fog later.
Snow Line from 919m to 619m, with rain below.
Max 4℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
24
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog first, light drizzle then light snow at altitude, fog later.
Snow Line from 919m to 679m, with rain below.
Max 6℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
25
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Max 18℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 22℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Waterville Valley, 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 Waterville Valley, 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.
Waterville Valley Snow Forecast updated at 10:31 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Waterville Valley
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Waterville Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Waterville Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Waterville Valley, 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 Waterville Valley 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 Waterville Valley 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 Waterville Valley 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.