Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe
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This is the Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe, United States for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 10:05 IST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Northstar-at-Tahoe.
Forecast for today in Northstar-at-Tahoe
Max 18℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Northstar-at-Tahoe has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Report
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Northstar-at-Tahoe 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
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| Wind | S F2 | NW F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 2,620m | 11℃
| 9℃
| 6℃
 | 5℃
| 11℃
| 12℃
| 11℃
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| S F2 | NW F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,275m | 14℃
| 12℃
| 8℃
| 7℃
| 13℃
| 14℃
| 13℃
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| SW F2 | W F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 1,930m | 18℃
| 16℃
| 11℃
| 9℃
| 16℃
| 17℃
| 16℃
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| Snow Line | varying 2,349m | ||||||
| Max Town | 18℃ | 16℃ | 11℃ | 9℃ | 16℃ | 17℃ | 16℃ |
| Min Town | 7℃ | 6℃ | 4℃ | -3℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | 2℃ |
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.
Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 18℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 16℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 11℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, rain showers later.
Max 9℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 16℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 17℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 16℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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.
Northstar-at-Tahoe Snow Forecast updated at 10:05 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Northstar-at-Tahoe
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
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| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 1cm | 2cm | |||||||
| Heavenly | - | 1cm | |||||||
| Homewood | - | 1cm | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | - | 1cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | - | 1cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Northstar-at-Tahoe
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Northstar-at-Tahoe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Northstar-at-Tahoe, 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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 Northstar-at-Tahoe 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.