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Badger Pass Snow Forecast - 15th May 2026

Badger Pass Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 15 May 2026 11:45 UTC

Snow Forecast for Badger Pass

Snow and Weather from 15 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Badger Pass Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Badger Pass?

Badger Pass Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,317m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Badger Pass.

Forecast for today in Badger Pass

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
15

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Forecast times for Badger Pass are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Badger Pass from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Fri
15
Sat
16
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
WindSW F3S F2S F2S F2SE F2SE F2
2,440m 8,005ft
13℃ 56°F
Clear
9℃ 49°F
Clear
12℃ 54°F
Clear
14℃ 56°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Clear
19℃ 66°F
Clear
19℃ 67°F
Clear
SW F3S F2SE F2S F2SE F2S F2
2,317m 7,602ft
14℃ 57°F
Clear
10℃ 50°F
Clear
13℃ 55°F
Clear
14℃ 57°F
Clear
17℃ 63°F
Clear
20℃ 68°F
Clear
20℃ 68°F
Clear
SW F3S F2SE F2S F2SE F2S F2
2,194m 7,198ft
15℃ 59°F
Clear
11℃ 52°F
Clear
14℃ 57°F
Clear
15℃ 58°F
Clear
18℃ 64°F
Clear
21℃ 69°F
Clear
21℃ 70°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town 15℃ 59°F 11℃ 52°F 14℃ 57°F 15℃ 58°F 18℃ 64°F 21℃ 69°F 21℃ 70°F
Min Town 5℃ 40°F 5℃ 42°F 3℃ 38°F 2℃ 35°F 5℃ 40°F 7℃ 45°F 9℃ 48°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 Reliability

Badger Pass typically sees a snow depth of 48 to 120 inches, with consistent snowfall from December through March. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Badger Pass

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Badger Pass, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Badger Pass, 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 Badger Pass 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 Badger Pass 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 Badger Pass 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.