Olympic Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 17 April 2026 11:48 UTC
Snow Forecast for Olympic Valley
Snow and Weather from 17 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Olympic Valley Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Olympic Valley?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 19cm 8in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 25cm 10in |
Forecast for today in Olympic Valley
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 21°F and rising to 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Forecast times for Olympic Valley are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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| Fri 17 | Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,720m 8,924ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +20cm +8in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 4℃ 40°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 6℃ 42°F
+19cm +8in
| -1℃ 30°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 1,860m 6,102ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 8℃ 47°F
+16cm +6in
| 2℃ 35°F
+5cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,149m 7,051ft | 1,860m 6,102ft | 1,860m 6,102ft | ||||
| Max Town | 9℃ 48°F | 12℃ 53°F | 15℃ 60°F | 15℃ 59°F | 8℃ 47°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 21°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 38°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 29°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 | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Meadows | - | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Boreal | - | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Donner Ski Ranch | - | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | - | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Lake Tahoe | - | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Homewood | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Northstar-at-Tahoe | - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Heavenly | - | 8cm 3in |
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.