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 30 April.
Updated 30 April 2025 00:37 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 1 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm 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 13℃ 56°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Aspen has 4cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F2 | SE F3 | ||||
| 3,490m 11,450ft | 5℃ 40°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 +4cm +2in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+9cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
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| S F2 | |||||||
| 2,935m 9,629ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 45°F
+3cm +1in
| 14℃ 56°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 2,380m 7,808ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 13℃ 55°F
 | 18℃ 64°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,689m 8,822ft | varying 3,489m 11,447ft | varying 3,419m 11,217ft | varying 2,639m 8,658ft | |||
| Max Town | 13℃ 56°F | 13℃ 55°F | 18℃ 64°F | 18℃ 64°F | 14℃ 57°F | 12℃ 53°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 33°F | -3℃ 26°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 13℃ 56°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
01
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 2,689m 8,822ft to 2,399m 7,871ft , with rain below.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
04
up to 9cm up to 3in New Snow
Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,489m 11,447ft to 3,039m 9,970ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Light drizzle first, rain showers then fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,419m 11,217ft to 2,569m 8,428ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Light snow at altitude first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.
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 00:37 UTC, next update expected 03:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Aspen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snowmass | 4cm 1in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Crested Butte | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Buttermilk | 4cm 2in | 4cm 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.