Cairngorm Mountain Weather
Weather Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain ( 537m to 1,245m 1,762ft to 4,085ft )
Weather Outlook from 11 March.
Cairngorm Mountain Forecast
See below for the detailed long-range forecast, including lowest and highest temperatures, sunshine, cloud cover, wind and rain projections.
Cairngorm Mountain Weather Forecast updated at 00:44 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Cairngorm Mountain
Snowfall
Snow Line
20cm 8in New Snow
Snow Line from 952m 3,123ft to resort level ( 537m 1,762ft ).
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Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 11 March 2026 03:42 UTC
Powder Possible :- 11cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Cairngorm Mountain over the next 2 days.
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Cairngorm Mountain Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11 |  | up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow | Max 6℃ 42°F Min 2℃ 35°F |
| Thu 12 |  | 1cm to 9cm up to 4in New Snow | Max 3℃ 38°F Min 0℃ 31°F |
| Fri 13 |  | Cloudy. | Max 2℃ 36°F Min -1℃ 29°F |
| Sat 14 | | up to 1cm New Snow | Max 3℃ 37°F Min -1℃ 29°F |
| Sun 15 |  | up to 1cm New Snow | Max 4℃ 39°F Min -1℃ 30°F |
| Mon 16 |  | 4cm to 6cm 2in to 3in New Snow | Max 4℃ 40°F Min -1℃ 30°F |
| Tue 17 |  | Light snow at altitude, light drizzle below. | Max 8℃ 45°F Min 3℃ 37°F |
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This Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland 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 Cairngorm Mountain, 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.
Cairngorm Mountain Weather Forecast updated at 00:44 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Current Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cairngorm Mountain.For more information about this Scottish Ski Resort, See Also Skiing and Snowboarding in Cairngorm Mountain .
Off-Piste Safety in Cairngorm Mountain
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Cairngorm Mountain, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.