STEAMBOAT SKI RESORT

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STEAMBOAT SKI RESORT

May 8, 2024

61.0" Snowpack (140% of Normal)

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29° Snow Showers Likely and Patchy Blowing Snow

No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 61.0".

Weather today, snow showers likely, mainly before noon. some thunder is also possible. patchy blowing snow before 4pm. mostly cloudy, with a high near 29. breezy, with a west wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. chance of precipitation is 70%. new snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible. Up to 3" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Terrain Surface	NA
Powder Score	NA
Snowpack Percent Normal	140%
Max Recorded Snowpack	180"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours	1"
Snowfall Next 5 Days	2.73"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)

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Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast

5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, Snow showers likely, mainly after noon. Some thunder is also possible. Partly sunny, with a high near 40. East northeast wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

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Long Term Outlook

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Seasonal Snow Comparison

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Snowpack levels are currently 41% above average, with snowpack depth last observed at 61 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

Steamboat Ski Resort

Steamboat Ski Resort is located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, offering 2,965 acres of skiable terrain with 165 trails. The resort boasts a range of runs suitable for all levels of skiing ability, with the best trails for advanced skiers being the challenging chutes of Christmas Tree Bowl and the varied terrain of Shadows. For beginners, the resort offers gentle slopes such as Why Not and Lil' Rodeo. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was the first ski resort in the world to have a dedicated tree skiing area, which is still a popular attraction to this day. For après-ski, the T-Bar offers a lively atmosphere with drinks and live music.

Terrain Overview

The Steamboat Ski Resort in Colorado is located in the Rocky Mountains. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:

1. Park Range: The Steamboat Ski Resort is situated in the Park Range, which is a sub-range of the Rocky Mountains. The Park Range is known for its rugged peaks and stunning alpine scenery.

2. Mount Werner: The main peak at the Steamboat Ski Resort is Mount Werner, which reaches an elevation of 10,568 feet. The resort's ski runs are spread out across the slopes of Mount Werner, offering a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

3. Storm Peak: Another prominent peak at the Steamboat Ski Resort is Storm Peak, which reaches an elevation of 10,372 feet. Storm Peak offers challenging terrain for advanced skiers and riders, as well as stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

4. Sunshine Peak: Sunshine Peak is another key aspect of the Steamboat Ski Resort, offering a mix of intermediate and advanced terrain for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy. Sunshine Peak is known for its sunny slopes and scenic views of the Yampa Valley.

Overall, the Steamboat Ski Resort offers a diverse range of terrain and stunning mountain scenery for visitors to enjoy.