Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area snow report
Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area
Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area is a ski resort located in Colorado, United States. The resort offers a variety of trails for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, with the beginner-friendly Mirage being a popular choice for those new to the sport. The resort also boasts the longest run in Colorado, the Enduro, which spans two miles. An interesting fact about Monarch is that it was once a mining town in the late 1800s, and some of the historic buildings still remain on the property. For après ski, the Sidewinder Saloon is a great spot to grab a drink and enjoy live music.
Terrain mix: The Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area in Colorado is located near the Sawatch Range in the Rocky Mountains. The resort offers a variety of terrain, including beginner slopes, intermediate runs, and advanced terrain. Some of the prominent peaks and mountains surrounding the resort include Monarch Mountain, Garfield Peak, and Grizzly Peak. The area is known for its breathtaking views and diverse skiing and snowboarding opportunities.
Plan your day down to the hour
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.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Mccoy Park | 1 in | → |
| Berthoud Summit | 7 in | → |
| Nohrsc Stillwater Creek | 1 in | → |
| Grizzly Peak | 5 in | → |
| San Antonio Sink Snotel | 2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grizzly Peak | 5 in | → |
| Elliot Ridge Snotel | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Park Cone | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Hoosier Pass | 1 in | → |
| Upper San Juan | 1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Fool Creek | 6 in | → |
| Berthoud Summit | 8 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
Campgrounds
- Monarch Park
- Monarch Park Campground
- Garfield
- Snowblind Campground - Gunnison Rd
- Snowblind
- North Fork Reservoir
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.
Track Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area
Where does the snow data for Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area 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 Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area?
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 Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area?
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.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Monarch Ski & Snowboard Area.