Sunburst Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sunburst
This is the Snow and Weather for Sunburst from 17 January.
Updated 17 January 2026 02:09 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sunburst.
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Sunburst Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sunburst?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 1cm - |
Forecast for today in Sunburst
Max 18℃ 65°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 18℃ 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Forecast times for Sunburst are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Sunburst has up to 1cm - new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GFS - at altitude
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | |
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| Wind | W F3 | W F4 | NW F4 | W F3 | SW F4 | NE F4 | |
| 331m 1,086ft | 18℃ 64°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
| -10℃ 13°F
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| W F3 | W F4 | NW F4 | W F3 | SW F4 | NE F4 | ||
| 299m 979ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
| -10℃ 13°F
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| W F3 | W F4 | NW F4 | W F3 | SW F4 | NE F4 | ||
| 266m 873ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
| -10℃ 14°F
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| Snow Line | 266m 873ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 18℃ 65°F | 6℃ 43°F | 10℃ 49°F | 7℃ 44°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 32°F | -10℃ 14°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 24°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 31°F | -6℃ 20°F | -9℃ 16°F | -16℃ 2°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 Sunburst
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cataloochee | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Wolf Mountain | 1cm - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Wolf Ridge | 1cm 1in | 1cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Sunburst enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 200 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. To get the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates on conditions and forecasts.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sunburst
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sunburst, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sunburst, 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 Sunburst 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 Sunburst 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 Sunburst 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.