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Mountain High Snow Forecast - 16th May 2026

Mountain High Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 07:48 UTC

Snow Forecast for Mountain High

Snow and Weather from 16 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Mountain High Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Mountain High?

Mountain High Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,255m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Mountain High.

Forecast for today in Mountain High

Max 18℃ 63°F
Min 8℃ 47°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
16

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mountain High from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Sat
16
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
WindNW F4W F3SE F2
2,500m 8,202ft
14℃ 56°F
Clear
12℃ 53°F
Clear
12℃ 53°F
Clear
16℃ 61°F
Clear
19℃ 66°F
Clear
20℃ 67°F
Fair
19℃ 66°F
Cloud
NW F4W F3SE F2
2,255m 7,398ft
15℃ 59°F
Clear
14℃ 56°F
Clear
13℃ 56°F
Clear
18℃ 63°F
Clear
20℃ 69°F
Clear
21℃ 70°F
Fair
20℃ 69°F
Cloud
NW F4W F3SE F2
2,010m 6,594ft
18℃ 63°F
Clear
16℃ 62°F
Clear
15℃ 58°F
Clear
19℃ 66°F
Clear
22℃ 71°F
Clear
23℃ 73°F
Fair
22℃ 71°F
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town 18℃ 63°F 16℃ 62°F 15℃ 58°F 19℃ 66°F 22℃ 71°F 23℃ 73°F 22℃ 71°F
Min Town 8℃ 47°F 7℃ 44°F 3℃ 37°F 6℃ 43°F 9℃ 49°F 11℃ 51°F 11℃ 52°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 Mountain High

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Mountain High
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Snow Reliability

Mountain High generally sees a reliable snow depth, with average snowfall around 200 inches per season. For the most current snow information, check J2Ski for updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mountain High

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