Aspen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Aspen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Aspen, United States for 16 days from 15 March.
Updated 15 March 2025 04:39 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Aspen.
Forecast for today in Aspen
Max -1℃ 30°F
Min -10℃ 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ 14°F and not getting above -1℃ 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Aspen has 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Aspen Snow Report
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| Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | W F3 | SW F3 | SW F4 | NW F2 | ||
| 3,490m 11,450ft | -11℃ 12°F
| -4℃ 26°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 31°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
+9cm +4in
| -7℃ 19°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
 | -5℃ 24°F
 +1cm
|
| NW F2 | W F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |||
| 2,935m 9,629ft | -7℃ 20°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+5cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,380m 7,808ft | -1℃ 30°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | 2,380m 7,808ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | varying 2,949m 9,675ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | varying 2,459m 8,068ft | |
| Max Town | -1℃ 30°F | 8℃ 46°F | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 40°F | 0℃ 32°F | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 37°F |
| Min Town | -10℃ 14°F | -10℃ 15°F | -3℃ 26°F | -3℃ 26°F | -13℃ 8°F | -9℃ 15°F | -8℃ 18°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.
Aspen 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 -1℃ 30°F
Min -10℃ 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ 14°F and not getting above -1℃ 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -10℃ 15°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -10℃ 15°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
7cm to 9cm 3in to 4in New Snow
Clear sky, snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -13℃ 8°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -13℃ 8°F and not getting above 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow showers, cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -9℃ 15°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 15°F and rising to 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -8℃ 18°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ 18°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
21
1cm New Snow
Light snow, light snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,459m 8,068ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Aspen, 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 Aspen, 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.
Aspen Snow Forecast updated at 04:39 UTC, next update expected 07:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Aspen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttermilk | 1cm 1in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Snowmass | 1cm - | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Crested Butte | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Aspen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Aspen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Aspen, 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 Aspen 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 Aspen 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 Aspen 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.