Spirit Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Spirit Mountain
This is the Snow and Weather for Spirit Mountain from 21 January.
Updated 21 January 2026 17:22 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Spirit Mountain.
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Spirit Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Spirit Mountain?
| Next Snow Expected | 24 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
Forecast for today in Spirit Mountain
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ 19°F and rising to 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Spirit Mountain are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Spirit Mountain has up to 10cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 395m 1,296ft | 11℃ 53°F
 | 14℃ 56°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +8cm +3in
| 3℃ 37°F
 +2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
| 3℃ 36°F
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| 292m 958ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+8cm +3in
| 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 38°F
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| 189m 620ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+8cm +3in
| 4℃ 40°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 39°F
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| Snow Line | 189m 620ft | 189m 620ft | |||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 15℃ 59°F | 10℃ 51°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 40°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 19°F | 5℃ 41°F | 2℃ 35°F | -1℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F | -22℃ -9°F | -26℃ -15°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 Spirit Mountain
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cataloochee | - | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Wolf Ridge | - | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Peek'n Peak | - | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Wolf Mountain | - | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Tuxedo Ridge | - | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Spirit Mountain enjoys a solid snow record, typically receiving an average snowfall of 100 inches annually. For the most accurate and up-to-date snow conditions, check J2Ski for the latest information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Spirit Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Spirit Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Spirit Mountain, 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 Spirit Mountain 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 Spirit Mountain 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 Spirit Mountain 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.