Kirkwood Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kirkwood
This is the Snow Forecast for Kirkwood, United States for 15 days from 16 November.
Updated 15 November 2025 22:40 UTC.
Forecast times for Kirkwood are in Mountain Time (US/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kirkwood.
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Kirkwood Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Kirkwood?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 23cm 9in |
| Next 7 Days | 25cm 10in |
Forecast for today in Kirkwood
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
6cm to 14cm 2in to 6in New Snow
Cloudy early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,499m 8,199ft to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 November 2025 08:36 UTC
Powder Possible :- 19cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Kirkwood over the next 2 days.
Kirkwood Snow Report
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
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| Wind | SW F4 | SE F3 | NE F2 | ||||
| 2,990m 9,810ft | -2℃ 28°F
 +14cm +6in
| -4℃ 26°F
+9cm +3in
| -3℃ 26°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
 | -5℃ 23°F
 +1cm +1in
| -5℃ 24°F
 | -4℃ 26°F
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| SW F4 | SE F3 | NE F2 | |||||
| 2,685m 8,809ft | 0℃ 32°F
+10cm +4in
| -2℃ 29°F
+8cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
| -1℃ 31°F
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
| -2℃ 29°F
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| SW F3 | SE F2 | NE F3 | |||||
| 2,380m 7,808ft | 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
+7cm +3in
| 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| -1℃ 30°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 1℃ 33°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,499m 8,199ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | 2,380m 7,808ft | ||
| Max Town | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 35°F | -1℃ 30°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -6℃ 21°F | -5℃ 23°F | -6℃ 22°F | -6℃ 20°F | -5℃ 23°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.
Kirkwood 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 2℃ 35°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
6cm to 14cm 2in to 6in New Snow
Cloudy early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,499m 8,199ft to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ 21°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
7cm to 9cm 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, fair then heavy snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 23°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light snow then fog, cloudy later.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 22°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max -1℃ 30°F
Min -6℃ 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 20°F and not getting above -1℃ 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
1cm to 2cm 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 23°F and not getting above 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Light snow showers first, light snow then fog, clear spells later.
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
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear sky, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood, 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.
Kirkwood Snow Forecast updated at 22:40 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Kirkwood
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Bowl | 38cm 15in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Boreal | 35cm 14in | 35cm 14in | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | 30cm 12in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | 24cm 10in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Bear Valley | 21cm 8in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 19cm 7in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | 18cm 7in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Northstar-at-Tahoe | 20cm 8in | 20cm 8in |
Snow Reliability
Kirkwood enjoys a strong snow reliability, with an average snowfall of over 500 inches annually and consistent snow depth throughout the season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kirkwood
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kirkwood, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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.