Breckenridge Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 17 April 2026 11:45 UTC
Snow Forecast for Breckenridge
Snow and Weather from 17 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Breckenridge Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Breckenridge?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Breckenridge
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -10℃ 13°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -10℃ 13°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
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2cm 1in New Snow
Clear sky, light snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 2,930m 9,613ft ).
Forecast times for Breckenridge are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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| Fri 17 | Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F4 | NW F3 | SW F3 | ||||
| 3,960m 12,992ft | -5℃ 23°F
 +2cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
|
| SW F3 | NW F4 | SW F3 | |||||
| 3,445m 11,302ft | -2℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+1cm
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| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 2,930m 9,613ft | 3℃ 37°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,930m 9,613ft | 2,930m 9,613ft | varying 3,249m 10,659ft | ||||
| Max Town | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 41°F | 9℃ 49°F | 11℃ 52°F | 15℃ 59°F | 14℃ 57°F | 9℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | -10℃ 13°F | -14℃ 7°F | -5℃ 23°F | -1℃ 30°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°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.
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Snow Forecast near Breckenridge
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loveland Ski Area | 5cm 2in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Arapahoe Basin | 3cm 1in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Vail | 6cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Copper Mountain | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Keystone | 2cm 1in | 6cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Breckenridge enjoys a reliable snow season, with an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually and snow depths typically ranging from 50 to 100 inches. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Breckenridge
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Breckenridge, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge 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 Breckenridge 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.