Plan: Base & Premium
Visualize the snow forecast in 2D or 3D for 6-hour, 12-hour, 24-hour, and 48-hour accumulation ranges, along with total snowfall.
This layer covers the United States and southern Canada, Europe, and Japan.
"Base" subscribers see the forecast 10 days into the future.
"Premium" subscribers see the forecast 15 days into the future.
Getting Started
- Tap the "Maps" tab.
- Tap the overlay button.
- Tap "Forecast Snowfall".
- Scrub the bottom slider.
What are the main use cases for the forecast snowfall maps?
Get an easy-to-use visualization of the snow forecast for your favorite locations, check the timing of upcoming storms to catch the deepest turns or to avoid snowy road conditions, and see which ski resorts are favored for the deepest snow totals.
How do you make the forecast snowfall maps?
We make the forecast snowfall maps with our internal blend of forecast data from multiple global and high-resolution weather models. The maps also include our proprietary snow-to-liquid ratio algorithm that is specifically made for cold temperatures in complex, mountain terrain. Tap here to learn more about how we create the hourly and daily forecasts on OpenSnow.
How often are the forecast snowfall maps updated?
The forecast snowfall maps are updated every 6-12 hours with the latest available forecast data.
What resolution are the forecast snowfall maps?
The forecast snowfall maps are currently available in 2.5 km (~1.5 mile) resolution.
Are there any limitations to the forecast snowfall maps?
The forecast snowfall maps does NOT count freezing rain as snow and does count sleet or other mixed precipitation as snow, so the maps could show more snow in areas that are getting sleet, along with where the rain/snow line is difficult to forecast. Double-check any location by tapping the map for the forecast details.
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