Breckenridge Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Breckenridge
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This is the Snow Forecast for Breckenridge, United States for 16 days from 19 May.
Updated 19 May 2025 15:33 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Breckenridge.
Forecast for today in Breckenridge
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Breckenridge has 1cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Breckenridge Snow Report
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Breckenridge 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | NW F4 | W F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 |
| 3,960m 12,992ft | -2℃ 29°F
 +1cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
 | 4℃ 38°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+1cm
|
| NW F4 | NW F4 | W F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |
| 3,445m 11,302ft | 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| SW F3 | W F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |
| 2,930m 9,613ft | 7℃ 45°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,930m 9,613ft | varying 3,809m 12,497ft | |||||
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 49°F | 11℃ 51°F | 16℃ 61°F | 18℃ 64°F | 17℃ 62°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 30°F | -5℃ 22°F | -2℃ 28°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 32°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.
Breckenridge 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 7℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 22°F and rising to 10℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
25
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, clear sky then clear spells, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 3,809m 12,497ft to 3,639m 11,939ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge, 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.
Breckenridge Snow Forecast updated at 15:33 BST, next update expected 18:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Breckenridge
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vail | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Loveland Ski Area | 3cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Keystone | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Breckenridge
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Breckenridge, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge 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.