Timberline Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 March 2026 05:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Timberline
Snow and Weather from 12 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Timberline Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Timberline?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm 3in |
Forecast for today in Timberline
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
2cm 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, light snow then light snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,000m 3,281ft ).
Forecast times for Timberline are in Los Angeles (US/Pacific) time zone.
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F5 | SW F5 | SW F3 | SE F3 | SW F4 | W F4 | |
| 1,301m 4,268ft | 4℃ 38°F
 +2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 12℃ 54°F
 +4cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
|
| NW F5 | SW F5 | SW F3 | SE F3 | SW F4 | W F4 | ||
| 1,151m 3,775ft | 5℃ 40°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 13℃ 55°F
+4cm +2in
| -7℃ 19°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
|
| NW F4 | SW F5 | SW F3 | SE F3 | SW F4 | W F4 | ||
| 1,000m 3,281ft | 6℃ 42°F
+2cm +1in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 57°F
+4cm +2in
| -6℃ 20°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 31°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,000m 3,281ft | 1,000m 3,281ft | 1,000m 3,281ft | ||||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 8℃ 46°F | 5℃ 41°F | 10℃ 51°F | 14℃ 57°F | -6℃ 20°F | 0℃ 31°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | -2℃ 28°F | -4℃ 24°F | -1℃ 30°F | -10℃ 15°F | -12℃ 9°F | -14℃ 7°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 Timberline
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nordic Mountain | 3cm 1in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Schweitzer | 3cm 1in | 42cm 17in |
Snow Reliability
Timberline enjoys a reliable snow season, typically averaging around 500 inches of snowfall annually. The snow depth can reach impressive levels, providing excellent conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow reports.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Timberline
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Timberline, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Timberline, 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 Timberline 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 Timberline 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 Timberline 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.