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* WHAT...West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Isolated wind gusts in excess of 60 mph are possible over the Catoctin and Blue Ridge Mountains. * WHERE...Portions of north-central Maryland, northwest and western Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Ski Cherokee Ski Report
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 29, 2025
Ski Cherokee is a top ski resort in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains, offering 17 ski slopes and trails suitable for all levels.
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Summary
No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 1 inches, but can be as high as 26 inches. Weather today, rain showers before 8am, then a chance of snow showers after 1pm. temperature falling to around 28 by 4pm. breezy, with a west wind 13 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 50 mph. chance of precipitation is 80%. new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. Up to 1" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
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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 Altoona 2.
Regional Snowpack Depth
Snow levels measured from Altoona 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 Ski Cherokee.
Historical Air Temperature
Temperature fluctuations at Ski Cherokee
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Ski Cherokee impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
About the Area
The Cherokee Ski Resort in the United States is located in the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina. The resort is situated in the Great Smoky Mountains, which is part of the larger Appalachian Mountain range. The resort offers skiing and snowboarding on a variety of mountain aspects, including north-facing slopes, south-facing slopes, and east and west-facing slopes. The varying aspects provide a diverse range of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
The top trails are the advanced runs; Oconaluftee and Unto These Hills have the steepest pitches and the best views. Few people know that the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians own and operate the resort. For beginners, the gentle Bunny Slope with its Magic Carpet lift is the best option. The resort also offers a tubing hill for non-skiing activities. For the best apres ski bar, head to the cozy Rendezvous Lounge for a hot toddy or craft beer.
Lift Count | 3 Lifts |
Base Elevation | 1200 Meters |
Run Count | 5 Trails |
Top Elevation | 2200 Meters |
Ski Cherokee FAQ
How much snow did Ski Cherokee receive over the past day?
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Ski Cherokee today?
Weather today, rain showers before 8am, then a chance of snow showers after 1pm. temperature falling to around 28 by 4pm. breezy, with a west wind 13 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 50 mph. chance of precipitation is 80%. new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
How much new snowfall is forecasted for Ski Cherokee this week?
Ski Cherokee is expected to receive up to 1.1" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
What are ski area conditions in Virginia like right now?
Pennsylvania ski conditions remain modest overall, with the northwestern region currently seeing the best snow potential. Russell (near Peek’n Peak Resort, just across the NY border) and Bradford, closest to Holiday Valley and HoliMont, are forecasted to receive the highest snowfall totals at 8 inches over the next five days. Both Russell and Bradford also report the deepest snowpack in ... Read more