COPPER MOUNTAIN RESORT

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COPPER MOUNTAIN RESORT

May 8, 2024

46.0" Snowpack (111% of Normal)

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36° Slight Chance Snow Showers and Patchy Blowing Snow

New snowfall today with 7" of fresh powder on the slopes, and snowpack levels reaching 46".

Weather today, a 20 percent chance of snow showers after 4pm. patchy blowing snow between 10am and 1pm. mostly cloudy, with a high near 36. wind chill values as low as zero. breezy, with a west northwest wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Up to 6" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Terrain Surface	NA
Powder Score	NA
Snowpack Percent Normal	111%
Max Recorded Snowpack	189"
Snowfall Past 24 Hours	7"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours	0"
Snowfall Next 5 Days	6.34"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)

Data sourced from Copper Mountain

Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast

5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, Snow showers likely, mainly after noon. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. East wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

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Long Term Outlook

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Snowpack levels are currently 35% above average, with snowpack depth last observed at 46 inches.

Snowpack Density

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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

Copper Mountain Resort

Copper Mountain Resort is a popular ski resort in Summit County, Colorado. With over 2,400 acres of skiable terrain, it's a great destination for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort's best trails include Spaulding Bowl for advanced skiers, and the lower mountain runs like Rhapsody and Fairplay for beginners. An interesting fact about Copper Mountain is that it was the first ski resort to allow snowboarding on its slopes in 1984. For beginners, the Copper Mountain Ski and Ride School offers lessons and packages to get started. For après-ski, check out the popular Ten Mile Tavern for drinks and snacks. Overall, Copper Mountain Resort is a fantastic destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts alike.

Terrain Overview

Copper Mountain Resort is located in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The ski resort sits in the White River National Forest and is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Tenmile Range, the Gore Range, and the Continental Divide.

Some of the prominent peaks and mountain aspects at Copper Mountain Resort include:

1. Copper Peak: The highest point at Copper Mountain Resort, reaching an elevation of 12,313 feet.

2. Union Peak: Located at the western edge of the resort, Union Peak offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

3. Resolution Bowl: A popular area for advanced skiers and snowboarders, Resolution Bowl offers challenging terrain and steep slopes.

4. Tucker Mountain: Known for its expert terrain and backcountry skiing opportunities, Tucker Mountain provides a rugged and adventurous experience for experienced riders.

5. Lumberjack Peak: This peak offers a variety of intermediate and advanced runs, as well as stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges.

Overall, Copper Mountain Resort offers a diverse range of mountain aspects and challenging terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.