Taos Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Taos
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This is the Snow Forecast for Taos, United States for 15 days from 29 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 22:33 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 2 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Taos.
Forecast for today in Taos
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow showers then clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,849m 9,347ft to resort level.
Taos has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Taos Snow Report
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| Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F4 | W F3 | W F3 | W F4 | NW F4 | W F2 | |
| 3,410m 11,188ft | 9℃ 48°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +5cm +2in
| -2℃ 27°F
 | -2℃ 27°F
+1cm
|
| SW F4 | W F3 | W F3 | W F4 | NW F4 | W F2 | ||
| 3,110m 10,203ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
|
| SW F4 | W F3 | W F3 | W F4 | NW F4 | W F2 | ||
| 2,810m 9,219ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+5cm +2in
| 1℃ 35°F
| 1℃ 35°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,849m 9,347ft | 2,810m 9,219ft | 2,810m 9,219ft | ||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 8℃ 46°F | 11℃ 51°F | 10℃ 50°F | 6℃ 43°F | 1℃ 35°F | 1℃ 35°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | -5℃ 23°F | -4℃ 25°F | 0℃ 32°F | -5℃ 23°F | -9℃ 16°F | -10℃ 14°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.
Taos 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℃ 55°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow showers then clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,849m 9,347ft to resort level.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 23°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 23°F and rising to 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
5cm 2in New Snow
Cloudy first, snow showers then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 35°F
Min -9℃ 16°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 16°F and rising to 1℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 1℃ 35°F
Min -10℃ 14°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -10℃ 14°F and rising to 1℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
04
1cm New Snow
Fair first, clear sky then cloudy, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Taos, 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 Taos, 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.
Taos Snow Forecast updated at 22:33 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Taos
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red River | - | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Angel Fire | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Sipapu | - | 1cm - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Taos
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Taos, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Taos, 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 Taos 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 Taos 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 Taos 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.