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Elk Ridge Snow Forecast - 9th May 2025

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Elk Ridge Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Elk Ridge

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This is the Snow Forecast for Elk Ridge, United States for 16 days from 9 May.

Updated 09 May 2025 11:34 BST.

Elk Ridge Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected22 May
Next Snow Amount 4cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 1cm 1in
Next 7 Days 1cm 1in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Elk Ridge.

Forecast for today in Elk Ridge

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

Fri
09

up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudShwrsLight Snow

Cloudy, rain showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 2,369m 7,772ft to resort level.

Elk Ridge has 1cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Elk Ridge Snow Report

Elk Ridge Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Elk Ridge 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Elk Ridge from OpenMeteo
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wed
14
Thu
15
WindSW F2NW F3SE F2
2,499m 8,199ft
6℃ 43°F
Cloud
+1cm +1in
5℃ 41°F
Clear
8℃ 47°F
Cloud
10℃ 49°F
Cloud
4℃ 38°F
Cloud
8℃ 45°F
Shwrs
13℃ 55°F
Fair
SW F2NW F3SE F2
2,393m 7,849ft
7℃ 44°F
Cloud
+1cm
6℃ 42°F
Clear
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
10℃ 51°F
Cloud
4℃ 40°F
Cloud
8℃ 47°F
Shwrs
14℃ 56°F
Fair
SW F2NW F3SE F2
2,286m 7,500ft
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
7℃ 44°F
Clear
10℃ 49°F
Cloud
11℃ 52°F
Cloud
5℃ 41°F
Cloud
9℃ 48°F
Shwrs
14℃ 58°F
Fair
Snow Line

varying 2,369m 7,772ft
to 2,286m 7,500ft

Max Town 7℃ 45°F 7℃ 44°F 10℃ 49°F 11℃ 52°F 5℃ 41°F 9℃ 48°F 14℃ 58°F
Min Town -1℃ 30°F -6℃ 22°F -2℃ 28°F 0℃ 32°F 2℃ 36°F 3℃ 38°F 3℃ 37°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.

Elk Ridge 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

Fri
09

up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudShwrsLight Snow

Cloudy, rain showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 2,369m 7,772ft to resort level.

Max 7℃ 44°F
Min -6℃ 22°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 22°F and rising to 7℃ 44°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

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

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 0℃ 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 2℃ 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
13

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudDrizzle

Cloudy early, then drizzle later.

Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
14

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleFogLt DrizzleLt Drizzle

Light drizzle, fog, light drizzle later.

Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 3℃ 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
15

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleCloudFairFair

Light drizzle, cloudy, fair later.

This Snow Forecast for Elk Ridge, 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 Elk Ridge, 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.

Elk Ridge Snow Forecast updated at 11:34 BST, next update expected 17:00 BST.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Elk Ridge

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Elk Ridge, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Elk Ridge, 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 Elk Ridge 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 Elk Ridge 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 Elk Ridge 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.