BEAVER CREEK RESORT

SKI AREAS • COLORADO

BEAVER CREEK RESORT

May 8, 2024

25.0" Snowpack (94% of Normal)

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40° Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Snow Showers

The ski area reports 5" of new snow today with snowpack levels rising to 25.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 15 inches, but can be as high as 163 inches.

Weather today, a 20 percent chance of snow showers after noon. some thunder is also possible. mostly cloudy, with a high near 40. west northwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Up to 4" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Terrain Surface	NA
Powder Score	NA
Snowpack Percent Normal	94%
Max Recorded Snowpack	163"
Snowfall Past 24 Hours	5"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours	1"
Snowfall Next 5 Days	4.28"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)

Data sourced from Mccoy Park

Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast

5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, A chance of rain and snow showers, mainly after noon. Some thunder is also possible. Partly sunny, with a high near 51. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north northeast in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Hourly Forecast

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Long Term Outlook

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Seasonal Snow Comparison

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Snowpack levels are currently 64% above average, with snowpack depth last observed at 25 inches.

Snowpack Density

Snowpack vs Snow Water Equivalent

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Wet, heavy snowfall generally consists of atleast 12.5% water content or higher for every foot of snow. Lighter, drier snow might contain up to 1.0 inch of water for every foot of snow; up to 8.3% water.

Ski Area Summary

Beaver Creek Resort

Beaver Creek Resort is a ski resort located in Colorado, United States. The resort boasts 1,800 acres of skiable terrain and 150 trails, catering to all levels of skiers. For intermediate skiers, the "Birds of Prey" run is a must-try, as it was the site of the 2015 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships. Additionally, Beaver Creek Resort is famous for its "Cookie Time," where at 3 pm daily, fresh-baked cookies are handed out to skiers. For beginners, the Haymeadow Park is the perfect spot to learn skiing. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was founded by Vail Resorts in 1980, making it relatively new to the ski industry. For après-ski, the "Broken Arrow" is a popular bar that provides a great atmosphere and excellent food.

Terrain Overview

The Beaver Creek Resort in Colorado is located within the Rocky Mountains range. Specifically, the ski resort is situated in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. Some of the notable peaks and mountain aspects within the Beaver Creek Resort area include Beaver Creek Mountain, Grouse Mountain, Larkspur Mountain, and Arrowhead Mountain. These mountains provide a stunning backdrop for skiing and snowboarding at the resort.