Afton Alps Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Afton Alps
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This is the Snow Forecast for Afton Alps, United States for 16 days from 3 March.
Updated 03 March 2025 00:32 CST.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Afton Alps.
Forecast for today in Afton Alps
Max 15℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Afton Alps has 5cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Afton Alps Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Afton Alps 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 03 | Tue 04 | Wed 05 | Thu 06 | Fri 07 | Sat 08 | Sun 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SE F2 | SW F5 | W F2 | SE F2 | NW F3 | W F3 |
| 467m | 14℃
| 9℃
 | 7℃
 +5cm
| 0℃
| 3℃
| 2℃
| 6℃
 |
| SE F3 | SE F2 | SW F5 | W F2 | SE F2 | NW F3 | W F3 | |
| 414m | 14℃
| 9℃
| 7℃
+5cm
| 0℃
| 3℃
| 2℃
| 6℃
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | SW F5 | W F2 | SE F2 | NW F3 | W F3 | |
| 360m | 15℃
| 10℃
| 8℃
+5cm
| 1℃
| 4℃
| 3℃
| 6℃
|
| Snow Line | 360m | ||||||
| Max Town | 15℃ | 10℃ | 8℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 6℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | 7℃ | -4℃ | -10℃ | -3℃ | -7℃ | -2℃ |
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.
Afton Alps Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
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.
Max 15℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 10℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then rain showers later.
Max 8℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
05
5cm New Snow
Light snow, heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -10℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 4℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 3℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
08
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, fair later.
Max 6℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
09
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Afton Alps, 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 Afton Alps, 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.
Afton Alps Snow Forecast updated at 00:32 CST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Afton Alps
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powderhorn | 19cm | 19cm | |||||||
| Welch Village | 7cm | 7cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Afton Alps
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Afton Alps, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Afton Alps, 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 Afton Alps 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 Afton Alps 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 Afton Alps 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.