Lake Wind Advisory
2025-12-19T04:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe, southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and waves 2 to 4 feet. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Ridge top gusts 80 to 100 mph. On Lake Tahoe, gusts up to 50 mph with wave heights 2 to 5 feet. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM Friday to 4 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.


Northstar Ski Report

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Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Northstar ski resort in Lake Tahoe, California offers over 100 trails for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.



Snowfall Totals & Snow Forecast

Hourly Snowfall


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Past 24 Hours

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Summary

No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 16 inches, but can be as high as 127 inches. Weather today, mostly sunny, with a high near 51. southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Up to 12" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Snowpack Percent Normal

0%

Max Recorded Snowpack

127"

Snowfall Past 24 Hours

0.0"

Snowfall Next 24 Hours

0"

Snowfall Next 72 Hours

3"

Snowfall Next 5 Days

12"

Terrain Surface

NA

Powder Score

NA
       

Weather Forecast

Seasonal Comparison

Year over year snow water equivalent


Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Truckee #2.

Regional Snowpack Depth

Snow levels measured from Truckee #2


Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Northstar.

Historical Air Temperature

Temperature fluctuations at Northstar


Recent air temperature fluctuations at Northstar impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.

About the Area


Northstar ski resort in California is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The resort is surrounded by several prominent mountain peaks, including Mount Pluto, Lookout Mountain, and Sawtooth Ridge. The terrain at Northstar offers a variety of mountain aspects, with slopes facing north, south, east, and west providing diverse skiing and snowboarding experiences for visitors. The highest point at Northstar is at an elevation of 8,610 feet, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Tahoe.

The resort boasts some of the best groomed runs in the area, with the Big Dipper and The Burn being popular with advanced skiers. An interesting fact about Northstar is that it was originally founded as a private ski resort for the exclusive use of a San Francisco-based club in 1972. For beginners, the beginner terrain park, Pioneer, is a great place to start. The best après ski bar is the Tavern 6330' which offers great drinks and live music.

Night Skiing

 No

Lift Count

 18 Lifts

Hourly Lift Capacity

 32500 per hour

Base Elevation

 1929 Meters

Terrain Park

 Yes

Acreage

 2904 Acres

Established

 1972

Run Count

 89 Trails

Northstar FAQ


How much snow did Northstar receive over the past day?

The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.


What's the weather like at Northstar today?

Weather today, mostly sunny, with a high near 51. southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.


How much new snowfall is forecasted for Northstar this week?

Northstar is expected to receive up to 12.0" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.


What are some ski resorts near Northstar?

Granlibakken Ski Resort
Squaw Valley
Tahoe Donner
Alpine Meadows Ski Area


What are ski area conditions in California like right now?

California's Sierra Nevada is gearing up for a significant snowstorm, with the heaviest 5-day snowfall forecasts centered around the Central and Northern Sierra. The standout locations are Carson Pass (59"), Leavitt Lake (51"), Ebbetts Pass (49"), Sonora Pass (48"), and Burnside Lake (49"). These areas are near top resorts like Kirkwood, Bear Valley, and Dodge Ridge, which are expected to ... Read more

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