The Balsams Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for The Balsams
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This is the Snow Forecast for The Balsams, United States for 16 days from 1 August.
Updated 01 August 2025 06:04 IST.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for The Balsams. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Balsams.
Forecast for today in The Balsams
Max 20℃
Min 9℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
The Balsams has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
The Balsams Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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The Balsams 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 01 | Sat 02 | Sun 03 | Mon 04 | Tue 05 | Wed 06 | Thu 07 | |
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| Wind | NW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 841m | 18℃
| 20℃
| 25℃
 | 24℃
| 25℃
| 27℃
| 27℃
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| NW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 688m | 19℃
| 21℃
| 26℃
| 25℃
| 26℃
| 28℃
| 28℃
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 535m | 20℃
| 22℃
| 27℃
| 26℃
| 27℃
| 29℃
| 29℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 20℃ | 22℃ | 27℃ | 26℃ | 27℃ | 29℃ | 29℃ |
| Min Town | 9℃ | 10℃ | 11℃ | 14℃ | 12℃ | 14℃ | 16℃ |
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.
The Balsams 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 20℃
Min 9℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 22℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 27℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 27℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 26℃
Min 14℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ to daytime highs around 26℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 27℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 27℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 29℃
Min 14℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ to daytime highs around 29℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
06
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 29℃
Min 16℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ to daytime highs around 29℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for The Balsams, 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 The Balsams, 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.
The Balsams Snow Forecast updated at 06:04 IST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Balsams
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Balsams, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Balsams, 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 The Balsams 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 The Balsams 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 The Balsams 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.