Smugglers Notch Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Smugglers Notch
This is the Snow Forecast for Smugglers Notch, United States for 16 days from 9 November.
Updated 09 November 2025 00:38 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Smugglers Notch.
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Smugglers Notch Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Smugglers Notch?
| Next Snow Expected | 10 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
Forecast for today in Smugglers Notch
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,099m 3,606ft to resort level.
Smugglers Notch has 6cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Smugglers Notch Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Sun 09 | Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||
| 1,110m 3,642ft | 0℃ 31°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
 +1cm +1in
| -6℃ 20°F
+4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
+4cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm +1in
|
| SE F3 | SW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 715m 2,346ft | 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
+1cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
+4cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+4cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
+2cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
+1cm +1in
|
| SW F4 | W F2 | ||||||
| 320m 1,050ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 8℃ 47°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+4cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+4cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+1cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,099m 3,606ft | 320m 1,050ft | 320m 1,050ft | 320m 1,050ft | 320m 1,050ft | 320m 1,050ft | 320m 1,050ft |
| Max Town | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 47°F | -2℃ 29°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 30°F | -2℃ 29°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 30°F | -2℃ 29°F | -5℃ 22°F | -7℃ 20°F | -2℃ 29°F | -3℃ 27°F | -5℃ 22°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.
Smugglers Notch 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 5℃ 41°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,099m 3,606ft to resort level.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
10
1cm to 2cm 1in New Snow
Rain first, light drizzle then fog, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃ 29°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 22°F and not getting above -2℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
11
4cm 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -7℃ 20°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ 20°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
12
1cm New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -2℃ 29°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
13
4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, snow showers then light snow showers, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 30°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ 27°F and not getting above -1℃ 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
14
2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow, light snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃ 29°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 22°F and not getting above -2℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
1cm 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Smugglers Notch, 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 Smugglers Notch, 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.
Smugglers Notch Snow Forecast updated at 00:38 UTC, next update expected 06:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Smugglers Notch
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowe | 8cm 3in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Bolton Valley Resort | 7cm 3in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Bolton Valley | 6cm 2in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Cochran | 5cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Craftsbury | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Smugglers Notch enjoys reliable snowfall, typically accumulating over 300 inches annually. Snow depths are usually ample throughout the season, with periodic updates available on J2Ski for the latest conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Smugglers Notch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Smugglers Notch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Smugglers Notch, 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 Smugglers Notch 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 Smugglers Notch 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 Smugglers Notch 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.