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 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 03:33 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
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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 8℃ 47°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 3,249m 10,659ft to 3,049m 10,003ft , with rain below.
Breckenridge has 8cm 3in 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 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | SE F4 | SW F2 | ||||
| 3,960m 12,992ft | 0℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
 +3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 9℃ 49°F
|
| SE F4 | SE F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 3,445m 11,302ft | 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+4cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 40°F
+2cm +1in
| 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 13℃ 55°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,930m 9,613ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 9℃ 47°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
+5cm +2in
| 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 18℃ 64°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,249m 10,659ft | varying 3,189m 10,463ft | varying 3,039m 9,970ft | varying 3,409m 11,184ft | varying 3,529m 11,578ft | 3,779m 12,398ft | |
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 9℃ 47°F | 8℃ 46°F | 13℃ 55°F | 15℃ 58°F | 18℃ 64°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 25°F | -2℃ 28°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 34°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 8℃ 47°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 3,249m 10,659ft to 3,049m 10,003ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,189m 10,463ft to 2,949m 9,675ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 9℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,039m 9,970ft to resort level.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
2cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,409m 11,184ft to resort level.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, clear spells, light drizzle later.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, fair then clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
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 03:33 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Breckenridge
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loveland Ski Area | 16cm 6in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | 15cm 6in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Keystone | 9cm 3in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | 4cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Vail | - | 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.