Blackjack Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 April 2026 11:46 UTC
Snow Forecast for Blackjack
Snow and Weather from 1 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Blackjack Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Blackjack?
| Next Snow Expected | 2 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 27cm 11in |
Forecast for today in Blackjack
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Blackjack are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 01 April 2026 14:43 UTC
Powder Possible :- 11cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Blackjack over the next 2 days.
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| Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F2 | E F3 | S F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | |
| 500m 1,640ft | 2℃ 36°F
| -1℃ 31°F
 +10cm +4in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+10cm +4in
| -1℃ 31°F
+4cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
|
| NE F2 | E F3 | S F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | ||
| 429m 1,407ft | 3℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+10cm +4in
| -1℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+10cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
+4cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
|
| NE F2 | E F3 | S F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | ||
| 358m 1,175ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+10cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+10cm +4in
| 0℃ 32°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
|
| Snow Line | 358m 1,175ft | 358m 1,175ft | 358m 1,175ft | 358m 1,175ft | 358m 1,175ft | 358m 1,175ft | |
| Max Town | 3℃ 37°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 26°F | -3℃ 26°F | -4℃ 24°F | -6℃ 22°F | -14℃ 6°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 Blackjack
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Powderhorn Mountain | 12cm 5in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Big Snow | 11cm 4in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Indianhead | 11cm 4in | 27cm 11in |
Snow Reliability
Blackjack Resort typically enjoys a snow depth of 50-100 inches, with reliable snowfall throughout the winter season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Blackjack
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Blackjack, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Blackjack, 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 Blackjack 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 Blackjack 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 Blackjack 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.