Moonlight Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Moonlight Basin
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This is the Snow Forecast for Moonlight Basin, United States for 15 days from 3 January.
Updated 02 January 2025 16:37 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 3 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm4in |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm4in |
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Forecast for today in Moonlight Basin
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
3cm to 4cm1in New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Moonlight Basin has 9cm4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Moonlight Basin Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Moonlight Basin 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | Wed 08 | Thu 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | S F2 | |||||
| 3,048m10,000ft | -3℃27°F
+4cm+1in
| -5℃23°F
+4cm+2in
| -9℃17°F
 +2cm+1in
| -9℃17°F
 | -9℃15°F
| -6℃20°F
 | -7℃18°F
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 2,591m8,501ft | 0℃32°F
+4cm+1in
| -3℃27°F
+4cm+2in
| -6℃22°F
+2cm+1in
| -6℃22°F
| -6℃20°F
| -3℃26°F
| -5℃24°F
|
| S F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,134m7,001ft | 1℃35°F
+3cm+1in
| 0℃33°F
+6cm+3in
| -3℃26°F
+1cm
| -4℃24°F
 | -5℃23°F
| -4℃25°F
| -4℃24°F
 |
| Snow Line | 2,134m7,001ft | 2,134m7,001ft | 2,134m7,001ft | 2,134m7,001ft | 2,134m7,001ft | ||
| Max Town | 1℃35°F | 0℃33°F | -3℃26°F | -4℃24°F | -5℃23°F | -4℃25°F | -4℃24°F |
| Min Town | -5℃23°F | -3℃26°F | -12℃11°F | -10℃14°F | -16℃2°F | -13℃8°F | -16℃3°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.
Snow Forecast at a glance
| Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Moonlight Basin.
Moonlight Basin 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
3cm to 4cm1in New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
4cm to 6cm2in to 3in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
1cm to 2cmup to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light snow showers, fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
07
Snow unlikely
Light snow, cloudy, fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
08
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Moonlight Basin, 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 Moonlight Basin, 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.
Moonlight Basin Snow Forecast updated at 16:37 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Moonlight Basin
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sky | 10cm4in | 13cm5in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Moonlight Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Moonlight Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Moonlight Basin, 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 Moonlight Basin 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 Moonlight Basin 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 Moonlight Basin 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.