Olympic Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Olympic Valley
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This is the Snow Forecast for Olympic Valley, United States for 15 days from 26 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 18:35 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 27 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Olympic Valley.
Forecast for today in Olympic Valley
Max 13℃ 54°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Olympic Valley has 6cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Olympic Valley Snow Report
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |||
| 2,720m 8,924ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +3cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +4cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | ||||
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 1,860m 6,102ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 13℃ 54°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 42°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,409m 7,904ft | 1,860m 6,102ft | varying 1,869m 6,132ft | varying 1,869m 6,132ft | 1,860m 6,102ft | ||
| Max Town | 14℃ 58°F | 13℃ 54°F | 9℃ 48°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 40°F | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 28°F | -9℃ 15°F | -3℃ 26°F | -3℃ 27°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.
Olympic Valley 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℃ 54°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, fog, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,409m 7,904ft to resort level.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
3cm 1in New Snow
Light snow showers first, snow showers then heavy snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -9℃ 15°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 15°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
3cm to 4cm 1in New Snow
Light snow showers first, snow showers then cloudy, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,869m 6,132ft to resort level.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,869m 6,132ft to resort level.
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
1cm New Snow
Light snow, fog, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Olympic Valley, 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 Olympic Valley, 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.
Olympic Valley Snow Forecast updated at 18:35 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Olympic Valley
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Meadows | 9cm 4in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 8cm 3in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Boreal | 8cm 3in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | 6cm 3in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Homewood | 3cm 1in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Heavenly | 2cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 1cm - | 3cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Olympic Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Olympic Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Olympic Valley, 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 Olympic Valley 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 Olympic Valley 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 Olympic Valley 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.