Butternut Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Butternut Basin
This is the Snow and Weather for Butternut Basin from 18 January.
Updated 18 January 2026 08:21 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Butternut Basin.
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Butternut Basin Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Butternut Basin?
| Next Snow Expected | 24 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Butternut Basin
Max -3℃ 27°F
Min -10℃ 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ 14°F and not getting above -3℃ 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Butternut Basin are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Butternut Basin has up to 4cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GFS - at altitude
Butternut Basin Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | W F4 | SW F3 | W F2 |
| 550m 1,804ft | -5℃ 24°F
| -6℃ 21°F
 | -12℃ 11°F
 | -2℃ 29°F
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm
| -8℃ 18°F
 +1cm
| -5℃ 22°F
+2cm +1in
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| SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | W F4 | SW F3 | W F2 | |
| 395m 1,296ft | -4℃ 25°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -11℃ 12°F
| -1℃ 31°F
| -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | W F4 | SW F3 | W F2 | |
| 240m 787ft | -3℃ 27°F
| -4℃ 25°F
| -10℃ 14°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| -6℃ 21°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 240m 787ft | 240m 787ft | 240m 787ft | 240m 787ft | 240m 787ft | 240m 787ft | |
| Max Town | -3℃ 27°F | -4℃ 25°F | -10℃ 14°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 31°F | -6℃ 21°F | -3℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | -10℃ 14°F | -13℃ 9°F | -13℃ 9°F | -11℃ 11°F | -11℃ 12°F | -12℃ 9°F | -18℃ 0°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 Butternut Basin
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brantling | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Otis Ridge | - | 5cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Butternut Basin typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 60 inches and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Butternut Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Butternut Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Butternut Basin, 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 Butternut Basin 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 Butternut Basin 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 Butternut Basin 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.