Cairngorm Mountain Snow Forecast - 7 day
Updated 02 May 2026 20:40 BST
7-Day Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain
1-week from 2 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Cairngorm Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Cairngorm Mountain?
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
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7-Day Snow Outlook for Cairngorm Mountain
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
4cm 1in New Snow
Snow Line from 999m 3,278ft to resort level ( 537m 1,762ft ).
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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 12℃ 54°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then light drizzle, drizzle later.
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
03
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
05
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 968m 3,176ft to resort level ( 537m 1,762ft ).
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
06
1cm New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 968m 3,176ft to resort level ( 537m 1,762ft ).
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Cairngorm Mountain are in London (Europe/London) time zone.
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 20:40 BST, next update expected 23:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Cairngorm Mountain
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lecht | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Cairngorm Mountain typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates on current conditions.