Donner Ski Ranch Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 April 2026 00:51 CDT
Snow Forecast for Donner Ski Ranch
Snow and Weather from 21 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Donner Ski Ranch Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Donner Ski Ranch?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 21cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 29cm |
| Next 7 Days | 29cm |
Forecast for today in Donner Ski Ranch
Max 2℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
21
19cm to 21cm New Snow
Clear sky, cloudy, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level (2,140m).
Forecast times for Donner Ski Ranch are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 April 2026 05:43 CDT
Powder Possible :- 29cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Donner Ski Ranch over the next 2 days.
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| Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | Sat 25 | Sun 26 | Mon 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F3 | |||||
| 2,442m | 0℃
+19cm
| -2℃
 +7cm
| 3℃
 | 6℃
| 2℃
| 1℃
| 6℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 2,291m | 1℃
+21cm
| -1℃
+9cm
| 4℃
| 7℃
| 3℃
| 2℃
| 7℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 2,140m | 2℃
+21cm
| 0℃
+8cm
| 5℃
| 8℃
| 4℃
| 3℃
| 8℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,140m | 2,140m | |||||
| Max Town | 2℃ | 0℃ | 5℃ | 8℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 8℃ |
| Min Town | -4℃ | -6℃ | -9℃ | -5℃ | -1℃ | -1℃ | -4℃ |
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 Donner Ski Ranch
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood | 34cm | 38cm | |||||||
| Sierra-at-Tahoe | 36cm | 38cm | |||||||
| Palisades Tahoe | 37cm | 37cm | |||||||
| Alpine Meadows | 35cm | 36cm | |||||||
| Sugar Bowl | 36cm | 36cm | |||||||
| Homewood | 29cm | 29cm | |||||||
| Olympic Valley | 29cm | 29cm | |||||||
| Soda Springs | 27cm | 27cm |
Snow Reliability
Donner Ski Ranch typically receives a snow depth of up to 120 inches, with reliable snowfall throughout the winter season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for real-time information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Donner Ski Ranch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Donner Ski Ranch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Donner Ski Ranch, 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 Donner Ski Ranch 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 Donner Ski Ranch 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 Donner Ski Ranch 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.