Telluride Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Telluride
This is the Snow and Weather for Telluride from 17 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 11:56 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Telluride.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Telluride Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Telluride?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm 8in |
Forecast for today in Telluride
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ 19°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
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6cm to 7cm 2in to 3in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 2,660m 8,727ft ).
Forecast times for Telluride are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 17 February 2026 12:49 UTC
Powder Possible :- 13cm 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Telluride over the next 2 days.
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GFS - at altitude
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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
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| Wind | SW F6 | SW F6 | SW F2 | SW F3 | S F2 | ||
| 3,740m 12,270ft | -7℃ 19°F
 +7cm +3in
| -12℃ 9°F
+11cm +4in
| -15℃ 6°F
| -11℃ 12°F
+7cm +3in
| -8℃ 18°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
| -2℃ 28°F
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| SW F5 | SW F5 | SW F2 | SW F3 | S F2 | |||
| 3,200m 10,499ft | -2℃ 28°F
+6cm +2in
| -8℃ 18°F
+8cm +3in
| -11℃ 12°F
| -8℃ 18°F
+7cm +3in
| -4℃ 24°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| 1℃ 35°F
|
| W F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | S F2 | ||
| 2,660m 8,727ft | 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
+9cm +3in
| -7℃ 20°F
| -4℃ 25°F
+7cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,660m 8,727ft | 2,660m 8,727ft | 2,660m 8,727ft | 2,660m 8,727ft | |||
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 28°F | -7℃ 20°F | -4℃ 25°F | -1℃ 30°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 43°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 19°F | -13℃ 9°F | -20℃ -3°F | -11℃ 12°F | -18℃ 0°F | -10℃ 14°F | -6℃ 21°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 Telluride
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango / Purgatory | 16cm 6in | 22cm 8in | |||||||
| Durango Mountain Resort | 16cm 6in | 22cm 9in |
Snow Reliability
Telluride typically sees an average snowfall of 300 inches per season, with snow depths often reaching 100 inches at peak times. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Telluride
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Telluride, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Telluride, 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 Telluride 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 Telluride 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 Telluride 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.