The Balsams 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 12:44 CDT
Powder Alarm
Powder Alarm issued 21 March 2026 17:44 CDT
Powder Possible :- 16cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for The Balsams over the next 2 days.
2-Day Forecast for The Balsams
48-hours from 21 March.
See below for forecast detail
The Balsams Snow Forecast updated at 12:44 CDT, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in The Balsams
Max -1℃
Min -7℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Forecast times for The Balsams are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 March 2026 17:44 CDT
Powder Possible :- 16cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for The Balsams over the next 2 days.
Forecast for tomorrow in The Balsams
Max -2℃
Min -8℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
22
9cm to 10cm New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level (535m).
Forecast times for The Balsams are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 00:00 | | Fog at altitude. Cloud below. | -1℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 01:00 | | Fog at altitude. Cloud below. | -2℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 02:00 | | Fog at altitude. Cloud below. | -2℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 05:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 06:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 08:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 09:00 |  | Cloudy at altitude. Mixed below. | -4℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 11:00 | | Fair. | -3℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 12:00 | | Fair. | -2℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 13:00 | | Cloudy at altitude. Fair below. | -2℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 14:00 | | Clear spells at altitude. Cloud below. | -2℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 15:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 16:00 | | Clear spells. | -3℃ | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 17:00 | | Fair. | -5℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 18:00 | | Cloudy. | -6℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 19:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 20:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 21:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | NW Light | 0% | |
| Sat | 22:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | NW Light | 5% | |
| Sat | 23:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | NW Light | 5% | |
| Sun | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | -7℃ | SE Light | 5% | |
| Sun | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | -8℃ | SE Light | 5% | |
| Sun | 02:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt rain below. | -8℃ | SE Light | 10% | |
| Sun | 03:00 |  | Light snow. | -7℃ | SE Light | 20% | |
| Sun | 04:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -7℃ | SE Light | 60% | |
| Sun | 05:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -7℃ | SE Light | 70% |
| Sun | 06:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -5℃ | SE Breeze | 75% |
| Sun | 07:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow at altitude. Hvy shwrs below. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 80% |
| Sun | 08:00 |  | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 09:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 10:00 | | up to 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 11:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow at altitude. Hvy shwrs below. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 85% |
| Sun | 12:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 80% |
| Sun | 13:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow at altitude. Hvy shwrs below. | -2℃ | SE Breeze | 75% |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -2℃ | SE Breeze | 75% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -2℃ | SE Breeze | 70% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -2℃ | SE Light | 65% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Light snow. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 50% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Light snow. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 30% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | SE Breeze | 25% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Breeze | 15% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 10% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ | SE Light | 40% | |
Snow Forecast near The Balsams
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Pass | - | 12cm |
The Balsams Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Balsams.
This Snow Forecast for The Balsams, 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 The Balsams, 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.
Snow Reliability
The Balsams enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting a snow depth of 100 inches during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow conditions.