Olympic Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Olympic Valley
This is the Snow Forecast for Olympic Valley, United States for 16 days from 17 December.
Updated 17 December 2025 00:31 UTC.
Forecast times for Olympic Valley are in Mountain Time (US/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Olympic Valley.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Olympic Valley Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Olympic Valley?
| Next Snow Expected | 23 December |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 11cm 4in |
Forecast for today in Olympic Valley
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light rain, clear sky later.
Olympic Valley has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Olympic Valley Snow Report
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| Wed 17 | Thu 18 | Fri 19 | Sat 20 | Sun 21 | Mon 22 | Tue 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F5 | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |
| 2,720m 8,924ft | 3℃ 37°F
 | 5℃ 41°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 35°F
 +1cm
| 0℃ 31°F
 +6cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+5cm +2in
|
| SW F5 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | ||
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 6℃ 42°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 3℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+4cm +2in
|
| SW F4 | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | ||
| 1,860m 6,102ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 2℃ 36°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,679m 8,789ft | varying 2,639m 8,658ft | 2,689m 8,822ft | varying 2,689m 8,822ft | varying 2,279m 7,477ft | ||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 51°F | 8℃ 45°F | 7℃ 45°F | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 42°F | 2℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 38°F | 5℃ 42°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°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 Forecast near Olympic Valley
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe | 11cm 4in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Heavenly | - | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | 1cm - | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Boreal | 1cm - | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Mount Rose Ski Tahoe | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Alpine Meadows | - | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 1cm 1in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Northstar-at-Tahoe | - | 13cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Olympic Valley typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 300 inches annually. For the most current snow conditions, including recent snowfall and melting, check J2Ski for updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Olympic Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Olympic Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Olympic Valley, 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 Olympic Valley 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 Olympic Valley 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 Olympic Valley 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.