Willamette Pass Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Willamette Pass
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This is the Snow Forecast for Willamette Pass, United States for 16 days from 19 June.
Updated 19 June 2025 07:37 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Willamette Pass.
Forecast for today in Willamette Pass
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.
Willamette Pass has 6cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Willamette Pass Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Willamette Pass 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | NW F3 | |||||
| 2,037m 6,683ft | 14℃ 56°F
| 9℃ 47°F
 +1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
 +5cm +2in
| 10℃ 51°F
+1cm +1in
| 18℃ 64°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 23℃ 73°F
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| SW F2 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 1,799m 5,902ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 10℃ 50°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+5cm +2in
| 12℃ 53°F
+1cm +1in
| 19℃ 66°F
| 24℃ 75°F
| 24℃ 76°F
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| NW F3 | |||||||
| 1,561m 5,121ft | 16℃ 61°F
| 11℃ 52°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 15℃ 59°F
 +1cm
| 22℃ 71°F
| 26℃ 79°F
| 26℃ 79°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,699m 5,574ft | varying 1,589m 5,213ft | varying 1,749m 5,738ft | ||||
| Max Town | 16℃ 61°F | 11℃ 52°F | 3℃ 37°F | 15℃ 59°F | 22℃ 71°F | 26℃ 79°F | 26℃ 79°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 42°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°F | 4℃ 40°F | 8℃ 46°F | 12℃ 53°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.
Willamette Pass 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 16℃ 61°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
20
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,699m 5,574ft to resort level.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
21
3cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow showers early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,589m 5,213ft to resort level.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
22
1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow, light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,749m 5,738ft to resort level.
Max 22℃ 71°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 26℃ 79°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 26℃ 79°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 26℃ 79°F
Min 12℃ 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 26℃ 79°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
25
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Willamette Pass, 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 Willamette Pass, 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.
Willamette Pass Snow Forecast updated at 07:37 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Willamette Pass
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Peak | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Willamette Pass
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Willamette Pass, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Willamette Pass, 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 Willamette Pass 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 Willamette Pass 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 Willamette Pass 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.