Boreal Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Boreal
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This is the Snow Forecast for Boreal, United States for 16 days from 14 April.
Updated 14 April 2025 19:39 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Boreal.
Forecast for today in Boreal
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 10℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
14
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Boreal has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Boreal Snow Report
Snow report from Palisades Tahoe ( 20km 12 miles from Boreal)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Mon 14 | Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SW F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 11℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 +3cm +1in
| 10℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 49°F
|
| NE F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,300m 7,546ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 50°F
|
| NE F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 10℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+3cm +1in
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,200m 7,218ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 10℃ 49°F | 10℃ 51°F | 12℃ 54°F | 9℃ 48°F | 5℃ 40°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 28°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F | -9℃ 16°F | -4℃ 25°F | -1℃ 30°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.
Boreal 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 10℃ 49°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 10℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
14
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 10℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, cloudy, light drizzle later.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min -9℃ 16°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 16°F and rising to 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
3cm 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Boreal, 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 Boreal, 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.
Boreal Snow Forecast updated at 19:39 BST, next update expected 01:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Boreal
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 10cm 4in | 11cm 5in | |||||||
| Kirkwood | 1cm 1in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Heavenly | - | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Olympic Valley | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Soda Springs | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Alpine Meadows | - | 2cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Boreal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Boreal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Boreal, 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 Boreal 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 Boreal 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 Boreal 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.