Diamond Peak Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Diamond Peak
This is the Snow Forecast for Diamond Peak, United States for 16 days from 12 November.
Updated 12 November 2025 10:35 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Diamond Peak.
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Diamond Peak Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Diamond Peak?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Diamond Peak
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Diamond Peak has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | S F3 | |||||
| 2,600m 8,530ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
 +3cm +1in
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| SE F2 | S F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,325m 7,628ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
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| SE F2 | S F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,050m 6,726ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,349m 7,707ft | 2,050m 6,726ft | 2,050m 6,726ft | ||||
| Max Town | 9℃ 48°F | 7℃ 44°F | 4℃ 40°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 44°F | 3℃ 38°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | -2℃ 27°F | -2℃ 29°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 31°F | -5℃ 23°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.
Diamond Peak 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 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -2℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light drizzle then cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 7℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 3℃ 38°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ 23°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
2cm to 3cm 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Diamond Peak, 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 Diamond Peak, 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.
Diamond Peak Snow Forecast updated at 10:35 UTC, next update expected 16:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Diamond Peak
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood | 27cm 11in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | 20cm 8in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 17cm 7in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Heavenly | 13cm 5in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 20cm 8in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Homewood | 10cm 4in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Boreal | 4cm 2in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | 14cm 5in | 15cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Diamond Peak enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 300 inches each season. For the latest snow conditions, please refer to J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Diamond Peak
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Diamond Peak, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Diamond Peak, 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 Diamond Peak 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 Diamond Peak 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 Diamond Peak 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.