Breckenridge Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 26 April 2026 00:45 BST
Snow Forecast for Breckenridge
Snow and Weather from 26 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Breckenridge Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Breckenridge?
| Next Snow Expected | 26 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 19cm 7in |
Forecast for today in Breckenridge
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 22°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
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5cm to 10cm 2in to 4in New Snow
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 2,930m 9,613ft ).
Forecast times for Breckenridge are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 26 April 2026 01:48 BST
Powder Possible :- 16cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Breckenridge over the next 2 days.
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| Sun 26 | Mon 27 | Tue 28 | Wed 29 | Thu 30 | Fri 01 | Sat 02 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F5 | W F3 | W F2 | ||||
| 3,960m 12,992ft | -4℃ 24°F
 +10cm +4in
| 0℃ 32°F
 +2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +2in
| 1℃ 35°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
|
| SW F4 | W F3 | W F2 | |||||
| 3,445m 11,302ft | 3℃ 37°F
+11cm +4in
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 33°F
+4cm +2in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
|
| S F3 | W F2 | ||||||
| 2,930m 9,613ft | 8℃ 46°F
+5cm +2in
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +1in
| 8℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,930m 9,613ft | varying 3,279m 10,758ft | varying 3,099m 10,167ft | varying 3,449m 11,316ft | varying 3,049m 10,003ft | varying 3,679m 12,070ft | |
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 44°F | 4℃ 39°F | 8℃ 47°F | 8℃ 46°F | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 22°F | -7℃ 19°F | -5℃ 23°F | -5℃ 23°F | -1℃ 31°F | -3℃ 27°F | -4℃ 25°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.
Snow Forecast near Breckenridge
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Mountain | 19cm 7in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Loveland Ski Area | 17cm 7in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Vail | 16cm 6in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | 10cm 4in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Keystone | 13cm 5in | 16cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Breckenridge enjoys a reliable snow season, with an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually and snow depths typically ranging from 50 to 100 inches. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
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.