Boise Area Braces for Potential Snowfall

Trace amounts expected in the city, more likely in the mountains

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A cold front moving in from the Northwest has brought rain showers and trace amounts of snow to the Boise area, according to a meteorologist from the National Weather Service. While the city is only expected to see less than half an inch of rainfall, the mountains at elevations of 5,000 feet or higher could receive a quarter-inch to 6 inches of fresh snowfall.

Why it matters

Snowfall in the Boise area is an uncommon occurrence, so any potential for wintry weather is noteworthy for residents. The forecast could impact travel conditions, outdoor activities, and preparations for the remainder of the winter season.

The details

The rain and snow were brought in by a cold front moving through the region on Monday, February 9th. As of Tuesday, February 10th, less than half an inch of precipitation had fallen so far this week. The National Weather Service is forecasting a 20% chance of rain after 11 PM on Tuesday, followed by a 30% chance of rain on Wednesday morning, mainly before 11 AM.

  • On Monday, February 9th, the Boise area saw rain showers and trace amounts of snow.
  • As of Tuesday, February 10th, less than half an inch of precipitation had fallen so far this week.

The players

Korri Anderson

A meteorologist for the National Weather Service.

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What they’re saying

“There's a low-pressure system off the coast by the Bay Area, and that's going to bring a band of precipitation to the area late (Tuesday) evening. It's going to come up from Nevada and move over the border into our area late this evening into Wednesday morning.”

— Korri Anderson, Meteorologist (idahostatesman.com)

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the weather system and provide updates on the potential for snowfall in the Boise area and surrounding mountains.

The takeaway

While snow is an uncommon occurrence in the Boise area, the potential for wintry weather serves as a reminder for residents to be prepared for changing conditions and to stay informed on the latest forecasts from local meteorologists.