The Balsams 7-Day Snow Forecast

The Balsams Long-Range Snow Forecast Updated today

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Updated 02 May 2026 17:49 UTC

Long-Range Snow Forecast for The Balsams

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

The Balsams Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in The Balsams?

The Balsams Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (688m)
Next Snow Expected	3 May
Next Snow Amount	1cm 1in
Next 48 Hours	3cm 1in
Next 7 Days	3cm 1in

Long-range Snow Outlook for The Balsams

Snowfall

Snow Line

Max 17℃ 62°F
Min -2℃ 28°F

3cm 1in New Snow

Snow Line from 626m 2,054ft to resort level ( 535m 1,755ft ).

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The Balsams Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

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.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for The Balsams from OpenMeteo(GFS)
	Snow and Weather	Temp Town
Sat 02	1cm New Snow Cloudy. Snow falling to resort level ( 535m 1,755ft ).	Max 5℃ 41°F Min -2℃ 28°F
Sun 03	up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below. Snow Line from 599m 1,965ft to 539m 1,768ft , with rain below.	Max 5℃ 42°F Min 0℃ 32°F
Mon 04	up to 1cm New Snow Cloudy. Snow Line from 626m 2,054ft to resort level ( 535m 1,755ft ).	Max 8℃ 47°F Min 0℃ 32°F
Tue 05	Cloudy.	Max 17℃ 62°F Min 4℃ 39°F
Wed 06	Light rain.	Max 14℃ 56°F Min 4℃ 39°F
Thu 07	Light rain.	Max 5℃ 42°F Min 4℃ 39°F
Fri 08	Light drizzle.	Max 4℃ 40°F Min 1℃ 33°F

This Snow Forecast for The Balsams, 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 The Balsams, 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.

The Balsams Snow Forecast updated at 17:49 UTC, next update expected 23:00 UTC.

Ensemble forecast for The Balsams, USA at 535m

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)

Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

What are Forecast Ensembles ? Multiple forecasts from running the same weather model with slightly different inputs. The prominent line (the 'control') is the model output from standard inputs, the thinner lines are the variations. Plotted together, they show a range of possible outcomes; the closer they are, the higher the confidence.

How to read Long Range Ensemble Forecasts

These forecasts are from ECMWF EC46, a long-range, low-resolution (area) model. They may not accurately reflect local conditions and should be read as area forecasts, indicating whether the coming weeks are likely to be warmer, colder, wetter, or drier than average.

What to look for?

Temperatures trending downward at the same time as precipitation spikes upward... means snow!

Lines close together indicate a high confidence, while wider spreads signal uncertainty.

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Snow Reliability

The Balsams enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting a snow depth of 100 inches during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow conditions.

Off-Piste Safety in The Balsams

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in The Balsams, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.