Mount Hood Ski Bowl Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 April 2026 05:47 UTC
Snow Forecast for Mount Hood Ski Bowl
Snow and Weather from 1 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
null snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Mount Hood Ski Bowl Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mount Hood Ski Bowl?
| Next Snow Expected | 1 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 15cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
Forecast for today in Mount Hood Ski Bowl
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
01
3cm to 10cm 1in to 4in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,299m 4,262ft to resort level ( 1,067m 3,501ft ).
Forecast times for Mount Hood Ski Bowl are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 01 April 2026 08:43 UTC
Powder Possible :- 15cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Mount Hood Ski Bowl 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 F3 | NW F4 | SE F2 | NW F2 | |||
| 1,532m 5,026ft | 1℃ 33°F
 +10cm +4in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +14cm +6in
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| SW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,300m 4,263ft | 3℃ 38°F
+6cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
+9cm +4in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| SW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,067m 3,501ft | 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+9cm +4in
| 7℃ 45°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,299m 4,262ft | 1,067m 3,501ft | |||||
| Max Town | 5℃ 41°F | 1℃ 33°F | 7℃ 45°F | 13℃ 55°F | 16℃ 60°F | 17℃ 62°F | 12℃ 53°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 30°F | -3℃ 27°F | -6℃ 20°F | -1℃ 30°F | 4℃ 38°F | 6℃ 42°F | 1℃ 34°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 Mount Hood Ski Bowl
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hood Meadows | 51cm 20in | 51cm 20in |
Snow Reliability
Mount Hood Ski Bowl enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 100 inches each season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski for the most accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Hood Ski Bowl
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Hood Ski Bowl, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Hood Ski Bowl, 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 Mount Hood Ski Bowl 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 Mount Hood Ski Bowl 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 Mount Hood Ski Bowl 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.