Nevis Range Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Nevis Range
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This is the Snow Forecast for Nevis Range, Scotland for 16 days from 18 April.
Updated 18 April 2025 13:33 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Nevis Range.
Forecast for today in Nevis Range
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 989m 3,245ft to 729m 2,392ft , with rain below.
Nevis Range has 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Nevis Range Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Nevis Range 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | |
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| Wind | NE F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 1,221m 4,006ft | 5℃ 41°F
+1cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| 8℃ 46°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 5℃ 42°F
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| E F2 | NE F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 936m 3,069ft | 7℃ 44°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 9℃ 48°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
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| E F2 | NE F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 650m 2,133ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 48°F
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| Snow Line | varying 989m 3,245ft | varying 809m 2,654ft | |||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 41°F | 11℃ 51°F | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 48°F | 12℃ 53°F | 9℃ 48°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 30°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 40°F | 3℃ 38°F | 5℃ 41°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.
Nevis Range 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℃ 47°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 989m 3,245ft to 729m 2,392ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow at altitude then rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 809m 2,654ft to 679m 2,228ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, light drizzle later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, drizzle, heavy drizzle later.
This Snow Forecast for Nevis Range, 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 Nevis Range, 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.
Nevis Range Snow Forecast updated at 13:33 BST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Nevis Range
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Nevis Range, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Nevis Range, 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 Nevis Range 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 Nevis Range 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 Nevis Range 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.