Heavenly Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 April 2026 11:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Heavenly
Snow and Weather from 1 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Heavenly Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Heavenly?
| Next Snow Expected | 1 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 12cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Heavenly
Max 4℃ 38°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
01
1cm to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,139m 7,018ft to resort level ( 2,000m 6,562ft ).
Forecast times for Heavenly are in Los Angeles (US/Pacific) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 01 April 2026 11:51 UTC
Powder Possible :- 11cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Heavenly over the next 2 days.
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| Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F5 | SW F4 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 3,060m 10,039ft | -5℃ 24°F
+8cm +3in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +3cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
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| SW F5 | SW F4 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,530m 8,301ft | -1℃ 30°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 4℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 10℃ 49°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,139m 7,018ft | 2,000m 6,562ft | varying 2,869m 9,413ft | ||||
| Max Town | 4℃ 38°F | 4℃ 38°F | 10℃ 49°F | 13℃ 56°F | 15℃ 59°F | 14℃ 58°F | 10℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | -4℃ 25°F | -3℃ 27°F | 0℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 5℃ 41°F | 0℃ 32°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 Heavenly
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donner Ski Ranch | 53cm 21in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Boreal | 50cm 20in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Sugar Bowl | 47cm 19in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 43cm 17in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Olympic Valley | 41cm 16in | 42cm 17in | |||||||
| Alpine Meadows | 38cm 15in | 39cm 15in | |||||||
| Homewood | 32cm 12in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Sierra-at-Tahoe | 24cm 10in | 28cm 11in |
Snow Reliability
Heavenly enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 360 inches annually. For the latest snow depth and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Heavenly
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Heavenly, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Heavenly, 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 Heavenly 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 Heavenly 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 Heavenly 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.