Moonlight Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 19 April 2026 23:43 UTC
Snow Forecast for Moonlight Basin
Snow and Weather from 20 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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Moonlight Basin Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Moonlight Basin?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Moonlight Basin
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Moonlight Basin are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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| Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | Sat 25 | Sun 26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | ||||
| 3,048m 10,000ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| -6℃ 22°F
 +9cm +3in
| -6℃ 21°F
+1cm
| -5℃ 23°F
 | -4℃ 24°F
+1cm
|
| SW F3 | SW F3 | S F3 | |||||
| 2,591m 8,501ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+9cm +3in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
|
| SW F2 | S F3 | S F3 | |||||
| 2,134m 7,001ft | 19℃ 66°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 7℃ 45°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+9cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,199m 7,215ft | 2,134m 7,001ft | 2,134m 7,001ft | 2,134m 7,001ft | 2,134m 7,001ft | ||
| Max Town | 19℃ 66°F | 17℃ 62°F | 7℃ 45°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 35°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 44°F | -1℃ 30°F | -5℃ 23°F | -9℃ 16°F | -10℃ 14°F | -5℃ 24°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 Moonlight Basin
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sky | 1cm - | 15cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Moonlight Basin enjoys reliable snowfall, typically receiving around 300 inches annually, ensuring excellent conditions throughout the season. For the most current snow depth and conditions, be sure to check the latest information on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Moonlight Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Moonlight Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Moonlight 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 Moonlight 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 Moonlight 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 Moonlight 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.