Santa Fe Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Santa Fe
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This is the Snow Forecast for Santa Fe, United States for 16 days from 30 April.
Updated 30 April 2025 00:30 UTC.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Santa Fe.
Forecast for today in Santa Fe
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Santa Fe has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Santa Fe Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Santa Fe 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
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| Wind | SW F3 | NW F4 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F3 | S F3 | SW F3 |
| 3,659m 12,005ft | 4℃ 40°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
 +1cm +1in
| 8℃ 46°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 41°F
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| SW F3 | NW F3 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F3 | S F3 | SW F3 | |
| 3,408m 11,179ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 44°F
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| SW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F3 | S F3 | SW F3 | |
| 3,156m 10,354ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 47°F
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| Snow Line | 3,156m 10,354ft | varying 3,369m 11,053ft | |||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 12℃ 53°F | 12℃ 53°F | 8℃ 46°F | 11℃ 52°F | 11℃ 51°F | 8℃ 47°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 31°F | 0℃ 31°F | 0℃ 31°F | -2℃ 28°F | -4℃ 26°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.
Santa Fe Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, fog later.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
03
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then drizzle later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
04
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow, light snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,369m 11,053ft to resort level.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
05
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -4℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 26°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then clear sky, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Santa Fe, United States gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Santa Fe, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Santa Fe Snow Forecast updated at 00:30 UTC, next update expected 03:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Santa Fe
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Bowl | - | 2cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Santa Fe
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Santa Fe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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.