Bretton Woods Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 20 March 2026 23:44 GMT
Snow Forecast for Bretton Woods
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Bretton Woods Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Bretton Woods?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
Forecast for today in Bretton Woods
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -9℃ 15°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 15°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Bretton Woods are in New York (US/Eastern) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | SE F2 | SW F2 | SE F3 | NW F4 | ||
| 950m 3,117ft | -1℃ 30°F
| -4℃ 25°F
 +6cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
| -4℃ 25°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 38°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm +1in
|
| W F3 | SW F2 | SE F3 | NW F4 | ||||
| 720m 2,362ft | 0℃ 32°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+6cm +2in
| -2℃ 29°F
+4cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm +1in
|
| W F3 | SW F2 | SE F3 | NW F4 | ||||
| 490m 1,608ft | 1℃ 34°F
| -1℃ 31°F
+6cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
+4cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | 490m 1,608ft | 490m 1,608ft | 490m 1,608ft | 490m 1,608ft | 490m 1,608ft | 490m 1,608ft | 490m 1,608ft |
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 31°F | -1℃ 30°F | 6℃ 43°F | 6℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | -9℃ 15°F | -8℃ 18°F | -8℃ 17°F | -12℃ 10°F | -6℃ 20°F | -5℃ 23°F | -12℃ 11°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.
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Snow Forecast near Bretton Woods
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitash Bear Peak | 20cm 8in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Wildcat Mountain | 16cm 6in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Waterville Valley | 15cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Loon Mountain | 12cm 5in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Snow King | 13cm 5in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Cannon Mountain | 10cm 4in | 14cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Bretton Woods typically experiences a reliable snow depth averaging 50-100 inches annually, with consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bretton Woods
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bretton Woods, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bretton Woods, 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 Bretton Woods 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 Bretton Woods 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 Bretton Woods 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.