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Hickory Snow Forecast - 3rd August 2026

Hickory Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 03 August 2026 18:51 UTC

Snow Forecast for Hickory

Snow and Weather from 3 August.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Hickory Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Hickory?

Hickory Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (397m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Hickory.

Forecast for today in Hickory

Max 26℃ 78°F
Min 17℃ 63°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 17℃ 63°F to daytime highs around 26℃ 78°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
03

Snow unlikely

CloudShwrsCloudFair

Cloudy first, rain showers then cloudy, fair later.

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

Hickory 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hickory from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Mon
03
Tue
04
Wed
05
Thu
06
Fri
07
Sat
08
Sun
09
WindSW F3SW F2
580m 1,903ft
23℃ 73°F
Cloud
24℃ 74°F
Clear
29℃ 84°F
Cloud
30℃ 86°F
Cloud
30℃ 85°F
Cloud
29℃ 85°F
Cloud
31℃ 87°F
Clear
SW F3SW F2
397m 1,301ft
24℃ 75°F
Cloud
25℃ 77°F
Clear
30℃ 86°F
Cloud
31℃ 88°F
Cloud
31℃ 87°F
Cloud
31℃ 87°F
Cloud
32℃ 89°F
Clear
SW F2SW F2
213m 699ft
26℃ 78°F
Mixed
27℃ 80°F
Clear
31℃ 88°F
Cloud
32℃ 90°F
Cloud
32℃ 89°F
Cloud
32℃ 89°F
Cloud
33℃ 91°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town 26℃ 78°F 27℃ 80°F 31℃ 88°F 32℃ 90°F 32℃ 89°F 32℃ 89°F 33℃ 91°F
Min Town 17℃ 63°F 16℃ 60°F 16℃ 60°F 18℃ 65°F 20℃ 69°F 19℃ 67°F 18℃ 64°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

Hickory typically receives around 100 inches of snowfall annually, with snow depths averaging 30 inches in the peak season. For the latest snow conditions and reliable updates, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hickory

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