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Cairngorm Mountain Snow Forecast - 18th July 2025

Cairngorm Mountain Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain

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This is the Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland for 16 days from 18 July.

Updated 18 July 2025 01:35 BST.

Cairngorm Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cairngorm Mountain.

Forecast for today in Cairngorm Mountain

Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 14℃ 58°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 58°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
18

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedFair

Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.

Cairngorm Mountain has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Cairngorm Mountain Snow Report

Cairngorm Mountain Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Cairngorm Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain from OpenMeteo
Fri
18
Sat
19
Sun
20
Mon
21
Tue
22
Wed
23
Thu
24
WindS F4SE F2SE F2
1,245m 4,085ft
14℃ 58°F
Mixed
12℃ 53°F
Lt Rain
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
14℃ 58°F
Cloud
13℃ 55°F
Cloud
12℃ 54°F
Cloud
14℃ 58°F
Mixed
S F4SE F2SE F2
891m 2,923ft
17℃ 62°F
Mixed
14℃ 57°F
Lt Rain
17℃ 62°F
Cloud
17℃ 63°F
Mixed
16℃ 60°F
Cloud
15℃ 58°F
Cloud
17℃ 62°F
Mixed
S F3
537m 1,762ft
20℃ 68°F
Mixed
17℃ 63°F
Lt Rain
18℃ 64°F
Cloud
20℃ 68°F
Mixed
18℃ 65°F
Cloud
19℃ 65°F
Cloud
20℃ 68°F
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town 20℃ 68°F 17℃ 63°F 18℃ 64°F 20℃ 68°F 18℃ 65°F 19℃ 65°F 20℃ 68°F
Min Town 14℃ 58°F 13℃ 55°F 14℃ 57°F 13℃ 55°F 12℃ 53°F 13℃ 54°F 10℃ 50°F

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.

Cairngorm 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 20℃ 68°F
Min 14℃ 58°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 58°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
18

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedFair

Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.

Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 13℃ 55°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 55°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
19

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudLt RainLt Rain

Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.

Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 14℃ 57°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 57°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
20

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 13℃ 55°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 55°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
21

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedClear

Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 12℃ 53°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
22

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudMixed

Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.

Max 19℃ 65°F
Min 13℃ 54°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 54°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 65°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
23

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudMixed

Cloudy early, then clear spells later.

Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 10℃ 50°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
24

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

This Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland 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 Cairngorm 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.

Cairngorm Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 01:35 BST, next update expected imminently.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cairngorm Mountain

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cairngorm Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cairngorm 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 Cairngorm Mountain is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, 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 Cairngorm 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 Cairngorm 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.