No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0.0".
Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 4 inches, but can be as high as 71 inches.
Weather today, a chance of snow before noon, then a slight chance of rain. mostly cloudy, with a high near 52. north wind 11 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. chance of precipitation is 30%. little or no snow accumulation expected.
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
Sun Valley
Sun Valley is a ski resort located in Idaho, known for its scenic beauty and world-class skiing. The resort has over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain, with 121 runs and 11 lifts. Some of the best trails include Bald Mountain's Challenger and Christmas Bowl, and the bowls and chutes on Seattle Ridge. An interesting historical fact is that Sun Valley was the first ski resort in the United States, opening in 1936. For beginner skiers, Dollar Mountain is the perfect place to start, with gentle slopes and a dedicated ski school. After a long day on the slopes, the Duchin Lounge at the Sun Valley Lodge is a popular spot for apres ski drinks and live music.
Terrain Overview
The Sun Valley Ski Resort in Idaho is located in the Sawtooth Mountain Range. Some of the key mountains and aspects of the resort include:
- Bald Mountain (also known as "Baldy"): This is the primary ski mountain at Sun Valley, offering a variety of runs and terrain for all skill levels. - Dollar Mountain: A smaller mountain adjacent to Bald Mountain, ideal for beginners and families. - Warm Springs Mountain: Located on the backside of Bald Mountain, offering challenging terrain and expert runs. - Seattle Ridge: Another area of Bald Mountain with a variety of intermediate and advanced runs. - Lookout Bowls: Located on the backside of Bald Mountain, offering steep, powder-filled bowls for advanced skiers and snowboarders. - The bowls of the Warm Springs side of Bald Mountain: This area offers some of the steepest and most challenging terrain at Sun Valley.
These mountains and aspects provide a diverse range of skiing and snowboarding experiences for visitors to enjoy at Sun Valley Ski Resort.