Powder Ridge Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Powder Ridge
This is the Snow and Weather for Powder Ridge from 20 January.
Updated 19 January 2026 23:15 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Powder Ridge.
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Powder Ridge Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Powder Ridge?
| Next Snow Expected | 24 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
Forecast for today in Powder Ridge
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Powder Ridge are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Ridge has up to 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | |
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| Wind | NW F2 | E F2 | |||||
| 450m 1,476ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
| 0℃ 31°F
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| NW F2 | E F2 | ||||||
| 403m 1,321ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 0℃ 32°F
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| NW F2 | E F2 | ||||||
| 355m 1,165ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 32°F
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| Snow Line | 355m 1,165ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 9℃ 49°F | 11℃ 52°F | 9℃ 48°F | 4℃ 39°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 32°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -4℃ 25°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 38°F | -3℃ 27°F | -8℃ 17°F | -10℃ 14°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 Powder Ridge
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pebble Creek | 2cm 1in | 17cm 7in |
Snow Reliability
Powder Ridge typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 30-50 inches during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, visit J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Powder Ridge
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Powder Ridge, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Powder Ridge, 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 Powder Ridge 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 Powder Ridge 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 Powder Ridge 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.