Keystone Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Keystone
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This is the Snow Forecast for Keystone, United States for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 17:32 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 12cm 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Keystone.
Forecast for today in Keystone
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Keystone has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Keystone Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Keystone 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F3 | W F4 | SW F4 | SW F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | |
| 3,720m 12,205ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| -2℃ 27°F
 +9cm +4in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
|
| SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F2 | ||||
| 3,280m 10,761ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+11cm +4in
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 42°F
|
| SW F3 | W F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,840m 9,318ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 14℃ 58°F
 | 11℃ 52°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+6cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 47°F
|
| Snow Line | 3,319m 10,889ft | varying 3,279m 10,758ft | 2,840m 9,318ft | ||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 56°F | 14℃ 58°F | 11℃ 52°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 47°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | 2℃ 35°F | -1℃ 31°F | -5℃ 22°F | -13℃ 8°F | -8℃ 17°F | -4℃ 26°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.
Keystone 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 13℃ 56°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 22°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
6cm to 9cm 3in to 4in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 3,279m 10,758ft to resort level.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -13℃ 8°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -13℃ 8°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow showers, clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min -8℃ 17°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ 17°F and rising to 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, cloudy later.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min -4℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 26°F and rising to 9℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Keystone, 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 Keystone, 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.
Keystone Snow Forecast updated at 17:32 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Keystone
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Mountain | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Breckenridge | - | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | - | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Winter Park | - | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Loveland Ski Area | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Vail | - | 8cm 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Keystone
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Keystone, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Keystone, 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 Keystone 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 Keystone 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 Keystone 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.