HILLTOP SKI AREA



SKI AREAS ALASKA

HILLTOP SKI AREA


March 29, 2024
42.0" Snowpack (121% of Normal)
33° Snow Likely and Areas Blowing Snow

High Wind Watch
Until 2024-03-29T06:00:00-08:00 National Weather Service
* WHAT...Southeast winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible. For the Anchorage Bowl, southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph possible. * WHERE...Anchorage Hillside and western Turnagain Arm. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Two storm systems will produce two separate periods of strong southeast winds starting on Friday. Winds with the initial round on Friday are expected to be weaker. A stronger system will move into Southcentral Saturday, supporting a second round of much stronger winds from late Saturday morning to early Sunday morning.


The ski area reports 1" of new snow today with snowpack levels rising to 42.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 33 inches, but can be as high as 114 inches.

Weather today, snow likely, mainly after 1pm. areas of blowing snow. mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. southeast wind 25 to 35 mph increasing to 35 to 45 mph in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 55 mph. chance of precipitation is 60%. new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. Up to 4" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Terrain Surface NA
Powder Score NA
Snowpack Percent Normal 121%
Max Recorded Snowpack 114"
Snowfall Past 24 Hours 1"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours 0"
Snowfall Next 5 Days 3.58"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)
Data sourced from Anchorage Hillside

Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast




5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, Snow. Areas of blowing snow. High near 37. Southeast wind 30 to 35 mph increasing to 40 to 45 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 70 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.



Hourly Forecast

Seasonal Snow Comparison

Compare year over year snow water equivalency

Snowpack levels are currently 36% above average, with snowpack depth last observed at 45 inches.



Snowpack Density

Snowpack vs Snow Water Equivalent
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

Hilltop Ski Area


Hilltop Ski Area in Anchorage, Alaska is a small resort with a relaxed atmosphere and great beginner terrain. The best trails are the Bunny Hill and the Muskrat Run which both offer gentle slopes for those new to skiing. An interesting fact is that the ski area was originally a landfill that was transformed into a ski hill in the 1980s. For beginner skiers, a private lesson with one of Hilltop's experienced instructors is highly recommended. The best après ski bar is the Hilltop Pub which offers a cozy atmosphere, good beer selection and a delicious pub menu.


Terrain Overview

The Hilltop Ski Area is located in Anchorage, Alaska and is surrounded by several mountain ranges and aspects. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects in the area include:

1. Chugach Mountains: The Hilltop Ski Area is situated at the base of the Chugach Mountains, which offer stunning views and challenging terrain for skiing and snowboarding.

2. Talkeetna Mountains: The Talkeetna Mountains are located to the north of Anchorage and provide a picturesque backdrop for the ski resort.

3. Kenai Mountains: To the south of Anchorage, the Kenai Mountains are another prominent mountain range that can be seen from the Hilltop Ski Area.

4. Alyeska Resort: While not directly adjacent to Hilltop, the larger Alyeska Resort in Girdwood is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding in Alaska and is located in the Chugach Mountains.

Overall, the Hilltop Ski Area offers a unique alpine experience with stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges in Alaska.

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