Elk Meadows Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Elk Meadows
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This is the Snow Forecast for Elk Meadows, United States for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 12:03 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 20 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Elk Meadows.
Forecast for today in Elk Meadows
Max 14℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Elk Meadows has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Elk Meadows Snow Report
Snow report from Winter Park (14km from Elk Meadows)
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|
Elk Meadows 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | W F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | SW F2 | W F3 | |
| 3,170m | 11℃
| 11℃
| 10℃
| 4℃
 | 1℃
 +1cm
| 1℃
+5cm
| 1℃
 |
| W F2 | W F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||
| 2,970m | 12℃
| 13℃
| 11℃
| 6℃
| 4℃
+1cm
| 3℃
 +2cm
| 4℃
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | S F2 | E F2 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,770m | 14℃
| 15℃
| 13℃
| 8℃
| 4℃
+1cm
| 4℃
 +3cm
| 4℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,770m | varying 2,959m | 2,770m | ||||
| Max Town | 14℃ | 15℃ | 13℃ | 8℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ | -2℃ | -7℃ | -7℃ | -7℃ |
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.
Elk Meadows 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 14℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 15℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 13℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 8℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, light snow then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 4℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
1cm New Snow
Light snow showers first, cloudy then clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,959m to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
3cm to 5cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then cloudy, light drizzle later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
This Snow Forecast for Elk Meadows, 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 Elk Meadows, 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.
Elk Meadows Snow Forecast updated at 12:03 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Elk Meadows
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Park | - | 12cm | |||||||
| Eldora Mountain Resort | - | 10cm | |||||||
| Loveland Ski Area | - | 10cm | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | - | 8cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Elk Meadows
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Elk Meadows, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Elk Meadows, 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 Elk Meadows 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 Elk Meadows 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 Elk Meadows 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.