Sun Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sun Valley
This is the Snow and Weather for Sun Valley from 17 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 11:47 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sun Valley.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Sun Valley Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sun Valley?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm 3in |
Forecast for today in Sun Valley
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ 21°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
17
3cm to 4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, heavy snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,750m 5,741ft ).
Forecast times for Sun Valley are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Sun Valley has up to 9cm 3in 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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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | W F3 | |||||
| 2,790m 9,154ft | -6℃ 22°F
 +4cm +2in
| -12℃ 10°F
 +2cm +1in
| -11℃ 12°F
| -9℃ 15°F
| -8℃ 18°F
| -3℃ 26°F
 | -4℃ 24°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| SW F3 | W F3 | ||||||
| 2,270m 7,448ft | -2℃ 28°F
+4cm +2in
| -9℃ 16°F
+2cm +1in
| -8℃ 17°F
| -6℃ 21°F
| -5℃ 22°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| -2℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
|
| S F3 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 1,750m 5,741ft | 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
+1cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
| -3℃ 27°F
| -2℃ 29°F
| 3℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
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| Snow Line | 1,750m 5,741ft | 1,750m 5,741ft | varying 2,099m 6,886ft | ||||
| Max Town | 1℃ 33°F | -5℃ 23°F | -5℃ 23°F | -3℃ 27°F | -2℃ 29°F | 3℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 21°F | -11℃ 12°F | -17℃ 2°F | -16℃ 3°F | -15℃ 5°F | -10℃ 14°F | -8℃ 18°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 Reliability
Sun Valley typically enjoys a healthy snowpack, with average depths reaching up to 100 inches during the season. The resort's snow reliability is bolstered by consistent snowfall, making it essential to check J2Ski for the latest updates on conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sun Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sun Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sun 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 Sun 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 Sun 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 Sun 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.