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Mammoth Mountain Snow Forecast - 21st March 2026

Mammoth Mountain Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 17:51 GMT

Snow Forecast for Mammoth Mountain

Snow and Weather from 21 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Mammoth Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Mammoth Mountain?

Mammoth Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,885m)
Next Snow Expected1 April
Next Snow Amount 7cm 3in
Next 48 Hours - -
Next 7 Days - -

Forecast for today in Mammoth Mountain

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 6℃ 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
21

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudCloudCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Forecast times for Mammoth Mountain are in Los Angeles (US/Pacific) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mammoth Mountain from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Sat
21
Sun
22
Mon
23
Tue
24
Wed
25
Thu
26
Fri
27
WindSW F4SW F3SW F3SW F2SW F2SE F2SE F2
3,370m 11,056ft
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
7℃ 44°F
Clear
11℃ 52°F
Cloud
14℃ 56°F
Clear
13℃ 55°F
Clear
10℃ 50°F
Cloud
11℃ 52°F
Cloud
SW F4SW F3SW F3SW F2SW F2SE F2SE F2
2,885m 9,465ft
10℃ 50°F
Cloud
10℃ 50°F
Clear
14℃ 58°F
Cloud
17℃ 62°F
Clear
16℃ 61°F
Clear
13℃ 56°F
Cloud
14℃ 58°F
Cloud
SW F4SW F3SW F3SW F2SW F2SE F2SE F2
2,400m 7,874ft
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
15℃ 59°F
Clear
18℃ 63°F
Cloud
20℃ 68°F
Clear
19℃ 66°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Cloud
17℃ 63°F
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town 15℃ 59°F 15℃ 59°F 18℃ 63°F 20℃ 68°F 19℃ 66°F 17℃ 62°F 17℃ 63°F
Min Town 6℃ 42°F 5℃ 42°F 6℃ 43°F 8℃ 46°F 7℃ 45°F 6℃ 43°F 3℃ 38°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 Reliability

Mammoth Mountain is known for its excellent snow reliability, with an average snowfall of over 400 inches annually. For the latest snow conditions and depth information, be sure to check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mammoth Mountain

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