White Pass Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for White Pass
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This is the Snow Forecast for White Pass, United States for 16 days from 15 May.
Updated 15 May 2025 05:32 CDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for White Pass.
Forecast for today in White Pass
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
White Pass has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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Snow report from Crystal Mountain (WA) (near White Pass)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | |||
| 1,996m | 1℃
| 3℃
 +1cm
| 6℃
| 4℃
 +2cm
| 5℃
+1cm
| 9℃
| 8℃
 |
| NW F3 | NW F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,684m | 3℃
| 5℃
+1cm
| 8℃
| 6℃
+2cm
| 7℃
| 11℃
| 10℃
|
| NW F4 | NW F3 | SW F3 | |||||
| 1,372m | 6℃
| 8℃
| 9℃
| 7℃
+2cm
| 8℃
| 12℃
| 11℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,609m | varying 1,489m | 1,372m | ||||
| Max Town | 6℃ | 8℃ | 9℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ | 12℃ | 11℃ |
| Min Town | 0℃ | 1℃ | 3℃ | -2℃ | 0℃ | -3℃ | -1℃ |
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.
White Pass 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 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 8℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Rain showers, fog, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,609m to 1,519m, with rain below.
Max 9℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, light drizzle later.
Max 7℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
2cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,489m to resort level.
Max 8℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 12℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 11℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for White Pass, 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 White Pass, 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.
White Pass Snow Forecast updated at 05:32 CDT, next update expected 11:00 CDT.
Snow Forecast near White Pass
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Mountain (WA) | 2cm | 5cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in White Pass
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to White Pass, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in White Pass, 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 White Pass 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 White Pass 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 White Pass 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.