Arrowhead Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Arrowhead
This is the Snow and Weather for Arrowhead from 16 February.
Updated 16 February 2026 17:43 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Arrowhead.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Arrowhead Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Arrowhead?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
Forecast for today in Arrowhead
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Arrowhead are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Arrowhead has up to 10cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |||
| 3,488m 11,444ft | 4℃ 39°F
| -4℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 19°F
 +5cm +2in
| -15℃ 6°F
 +2cm +1in
| -12℃ 10°F
 +2cm +1in
| -12℃ 11°F
 | -6℃ 22°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,872m 9,421ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+5cm +2in
| -11℃ 13°F
+1cm +1in
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -8℃ 18°F
| -2℃ 29°F
|
| SE F2 | W F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,255m 7,398ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 6℃ 42°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+4cm +2in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
| -4℃ 26°F
| 2℃ 36°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,255m 7,398ft | 2,255m 7,398ft | 2,255m 7,398ft | 2,255m 7,398ft | |||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 6℃ 42°F | 1℃ 34°F | -7℃ 20°F | -4℃ 24°F | -4℃ 26°F | 2℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | -4℃ 24°F | -8℃ 18°F | -14℃ 6°F | -15℃ 5°F | -17℃ 2°F | -12℃ 10°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.
Snow Forecast near Arrowhead
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Creek | 14cm 5in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | 9cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Vail | 10cm 4in | 14cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Arrowhead typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 80 inches and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arrowhead
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arrowhead, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arrowhead, 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 Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead 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.