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Chester Bowl Park Snow Report

Minnesota, United States Duluth
⚠ Beach Hazards Statement · Beach Hazards Statement issued September 21 at 2:42AM CDT until September 21 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
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Chester Bowl Park -- Minnesota ski resort
Chester Bowl Park Minnesota · Duluth
About this resort

Chester Bowl Park

Chester Bowl Park is a family-friendly ski resort located in Duluth, Minnesota. The best trails for intermediate and advanced skiers are the Upper and Lower Roller Coaster runs, and for beginners, the Sundown and Magic Carpet runs are recommended. An interesting fact about Chester Bowl is that it was built during the Great Depression by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) and has been a popular spot for skiing and other outdoor activities ever since. For beginners, the resort offers lessons and rental equipment. After a day on the slopes, visitors can head to the nearby Bent Paddle Brewing Company for a delicious craft beer and cozy atmosphere.

Terrain mix: 1. Chester Creek Valley: Chester Bowl Park is located in the Chester Creek Valley, which is a small valley in the city of Duluth, Minnesota. The valley provides a natural setting for the ski resort and offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy.

2. Chester Bowl: The ski resort is named after Chester Bowl, a small hill located within the park. Chester Bowl offers a variety of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain.

3. The Bluffs: Surrounding Chester Bowl Park are the bluffs, which are steep, rocky cliffs that provide a scenic backdrop for the ski resort. The bluffs offer challenging terrain for more experienced skiers and snowboarders looking for a thrill.

4. The Duluth Traverse: The Duluth Traverse is a network of mountain biking and hiking trails that wind through the hills and forests surrounding Chester Bowl Park. These trails offer stunning views of Lake Superior and the surrounding area, making them a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Overall, Chester Bowl Park offers a unique and varied mountain experience for visitors, with a range of terrain to suit all abilities and stunning natural scenery to enjoy.

StateMinnesota
LocationDuluth
Detailed forecast

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Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.

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5-day forecast table

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TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & snow

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS DLH.

490 FXUS63 KDLH 210737 AFDDLH Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Duluth MN 237 AM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026 .KEY MESSAGES... - A Frost Advisory is in effect early this morning for the Borderlands - Persistent northeasterly winds will keep the threat for rip currents going at Twin Port beaches today and may linger into mid-week as well. They will also create hazardous conditions on Lake Superior through Tuesday. - Widespread frost and perhaps some areas of freeze are forecast for tonight into Tuesday morning. Additional chilly nights with the potential for frost are expected Tuesday night into Wednesday. - Low chances for rainfall through the forecast period. && .DISCUSSION... Issued at 231 AM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026 Early this morning, high pressure over northwestern Ontario is keeping our weather generally dry and cool. Between this high pressure and lower pressure to our south there is a relatively tight pressure gradient, which is maintaining breezy northeast winds, particularly near Lake Superior. Drier air is filtering into the area at low levels, but mid and high clouds have spread across the area from the low pressure system to the south. Temperatures dropping to overnight lows into the mid 30s prompted a Frost Advisory through 8 AM for Koochiching, North St. Louis, and northern Cook and Lake counties. Today, we expect the northeast winds to slowly decrease as the gradient weakens, and clouds will gradually clear from northwest to southeast during the daytime. Tonight into Tuesday morning is likely to be our coldest night of the week. With the Canadian high settling nearly overhead, mostly clear or clear skies and light winds will set the stage for excellent radiational cooling. Lows are forecast to plummet into the 30s for most inland areas, while lakeshore communities remain slightly warmer in the 40s. A widespread frost is highly likely across the Northland, and some locations north of the Iron Range could see temperatures dip below freezing. Additional frost or freeze headlines will likely be needed for tonight into Tuesday morning. On Tuesday, the high pressure center will begin drifting toward the east, causing our winds to veer southeasterly. This return flow marks the beginning of a gradual warming trend that will carry us through the remainder of the week. Afternoon highs on Tuesday will rebound comfortably into the 60s, though the onshore flow will keep the North Shore a bit cooler in the upper 50s. Another chilly night is expected Tuesday night, bringing yet another chance for patchy frost inland. Upper level ridging will build across the Upper Midwest for the middle and later part of the work week. A shortwave riding over the top of the ridge brings a chance for showers Wednesday night into Thursday, but dry low levels will limit widespread rainfall. Otherwise, the ridging aloft will provide generally dry and quiet weather with temperatures slowly rising into the weekend. Highs will reach the mid 60s to lower 70s for Friday and Saturday. Precipitation chances remain quite low and spotty heading into the weekend even as the ridging eventually slides eastward. && .AVIATION /06Z TAFS THROUGH 06Z TUESDAY/... Issued at 1226 AM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026 VFR conditions are expected for this TAF period. Winds will continue to decrease overnight. East to northeast winds will increase again tomorrow for DLH off Lake Superior. && .MARINE /FOR NEARSHORE WATERS OF WESTERN LAKE SUPERIOR/... Issued at 231 AM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026 Hazardous conditions will persist across western Lake Superior through Tuesday, due to strong gusty winds caused by a tight pressure gradient. East to northeast winds of 10 to 15 knots with gusts reaching 25 knots are expected today, highest in the western arm during the afternoon and early evening. Waves will build to 2 to 4 feet. A Small Craft Advisory has been issued for today and this evening. Winds and waves will both relax overnight tonight. Northeast wind gusts to 25 knots will redevelop by Tuesday afternoon, which may require an additional Small Craft Advisory. For the open water discussion, refer to the NWS Marquette Area Forecast Discussion at weather.gov/mqt. && .FIRE WEATHER... Issued at 231 AM CDT Mon Sep 21 2026 Winds continue to be the main concern today and tomorrow, especially near Lake Superior. Gusts up to 20 mph will be possible this afternoon and early evening before diminishing during the evening. Minimum RH values are expected to remain above 50%. Afternoon minimum RH values of 40-55% are expected for Tuesday and Wednesday. Values may fall into the 35-45% range both days across the Wisconsin Pine Barrens. The next chance for light rainfall arrives late Wednesday into Thursday, though significant wetting rain is unlikely. See the Fire Weather Forecast product for a more thorough breakdown of fire weather conditions. && .DLH WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... MN...Frost Advisory until 8 AM CDT this morning for MNZ010>012. Beach Hazards Statement from 10 AM CDT this morning through this evening for MNZ037. WI...Beach Hazards Statement from 10 AM CDT this morning through this evening for WIZ001. MARINE...Small Craft Advisory from noon today to 10 PM CDT this evening for LSZ143>148-150. && $$ DISCUSSION...LE AVIATION...LE MARINE...LE FIRE WEATHER...LE

Mountain & avalanche safety

Know before you go
Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
Carry the gear, know how to use it
Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
Mind the weather window
Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
Respect closed terrain
Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.

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FAQ

About Chester Bowl Park

Where does the snow data for Chester Bowl Park come from?

Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.

How often is the snow report updated?

Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.

What's the elevation at Chester Bowl Park?

See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.

How is "% of normal" calculated?

Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.

What ski resorts are near Chester Bowl Park?

See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.

Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?

Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.

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