Big Boulder Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big Boulder
This is the Snow and Weather for Big Boulder from 17 January.
Updated 16 January 2026 23:09 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big Boulder.
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Big Boulder Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Big Boulder?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Big Boulder
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ 22°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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5cm 2in New Snow
Clear sky first, snow showers then patchy snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 520m 1,706ft ).
Forecast times for Big Boulder are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Big Boulder has up to 6cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GFS - at altitude
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | W F3 | SW F3 | W F3 | NW F3 |
| 660m 2,165ft | -1℃ 30°F
+5cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +1cm
| -3℃ 26°F
| -10℃ 14°F
 | -1℃ 29°F
| -1℃ 29°F
| -5℃ 22°F
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| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | W F3 | SW F3 | W F3 | NW F3 | |
| 590m 1,936ft | 0℃ 31°F
+5cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 26°F
| -9℃ 15°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| -5℃ 23°F
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| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | W F3 | SW F3 | W F3 | NW F3 | |
| 520m 1,706ft | 0℃ 32°F
+5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 27°F
| -9℃ 16°F
| 0℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 31°F
| -5℃ 24°F
|
| Snow Line | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | ||||
| Max Town | 0℃ 32°F | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 27°F | -9℃ 16°F | 0℃ 31°F | -1℃ 31°F | -5℃ 24°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 22°F | -9℃ 16°F | -10℃ 13°F | -13℃ 9°F | -12℃ 10°F | -7℃ 19°F | -11℃ 13°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 Big Boulder
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camelback | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Blue Mountain | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Buck Hill Ski Area | 4cm 1in | 4cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Big Boulder typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 60 inches each season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check out J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Boulder
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Boulder, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Boulder, 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 Big Boulder 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 Big Boulder 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 Big Boulder 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.