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Arapahoe Basin Snow Forecast - 28th May 2025

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Arapahoe Basin Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin

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This is the Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin, United States for 16 days from 28 May.

Updated 28 May 2025 05:39 BST.

Arapahoe Basin 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 Arapahoe Basin.

Forecast for today in Arapahoe Basin

Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 1℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
28

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Arapahoe Basin has 1cm - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

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Arapahoe Basin Snow Depths and Conditions.
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Arapahoe Basin 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin from OpenMeteo
Wed
28
Thu
29
Fri
30
Sat
31
Sun
01
Mon
02
Tue
03
WindW F4NW F4NW F2SW F2SW F2
3,980m 13,058ft
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
+1cm
10℃ 51°F
Clear
13℃ 55°F
Clear
14℃ 57°F
Clear
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
12℃ 53°F
Clear
SW F3W F4NW F2SW F2SW F2
3,635m 11,926ft
10℃ 50°F
Cloud
10℃ 51°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
13℃ 55°F
Clear
15℃ 59°F
Clear
16℃ 61°F
Clear
9℃ 49°F
Cloud
14℃ 57°F
Clear
SW F3SW F3NW F3W F3SW F2
3,290m 10,794ft
14℃ 57°F
Cloud
14℃ 56°F
Clear
16℃ 60°F
Clear
17℃ 63°F
Clear
19℃ 66°F
Clear
14℃ 58°F
Cloud
17℃ 62°F
Clear
Snow Line

3,759m 12,333ft

3,379m 11,086ft

Max Town 14℃ 57°F 14℃ 56°F 16℃ 60°F 17℃ 63°F 19℃ 66°F 14℃ 58°F 17℃ 62°F
Min Town 1℃ 35°F 1℃ 34°F 2℃ 36°F 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 40°F 5℃ 40°F 1℃ 33°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.

Arapahoe Basin 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 14℃ 57°F
Min 1℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
28

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 1℃ 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
29

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudClearCloudFair

Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, fair later.

Snow falling to 3,379m 11,086ft , with rain below.

Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 2℃ 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
30

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 4℃ 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
31

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 4℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
01

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearMixed

Clear sky early, then clear spells later.

Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
02

Snow unlikely

ShwrsCloudCloudShwrs

Rain showers, cloudy, rain showers later.

Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 1℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
03

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleClearClearClear

Light drizzle early, then clear sky later.

This Snow Forecast for Arapahoe Basin, 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 Arapahoe Basin, 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.

Arapahoe Basin Snow Forecast updated at 05:39 BST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Arapahoe Basin

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Winter Park 3cm 1in 3cm 1in
Loveland Ski Area 1cm - 1cm -

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arapahoe Basin

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arapahoe Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arapahoe Basin, 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 Arapahoe Basin 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 Arapahoe Basin 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 Arapahoe Basin 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.