2025-12-26T23:00:00-05:00
...A MIXTURE OF FREEZING RAIN AND SLEET TO OVERSPREAD AREAS NORTH OF I-66/U.S. 50 ON FRIDAY... .As high pressure builds across Quebec, a steady stream of cold air will funnel southward into the Mid-Atlantic region. At the same time, moisture will overrun a frontal boundary across the central Appalachians down into the Carolinas. As milder air will settle above the sub-freezing surface layer, a wintry mix consisting of freezing rain and sleet is likely over portions of the area. Travel impacts are likely where the wintry mix falls. * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch, with closer to a trace to a few hundredths of an inch near U.S. 50. * WHERE...Portions of north-central and western Maryland, northwest Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 11 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation is likely to overspread the area late Friday morning in the form of sleet or freezing rain. Freezing rain with some sleet mixing in will continue through the afternoon and evening. Through the day, temperatures are expected to remain close to 32 degrees before warming above freezing during the overnight hours.
Ski Cherokee Ski Report
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 25, 2025
Ski Cherokee is a top ski resort in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains, offering 17 ski slopes and trails suitable for all levels.
Snowfall Totals & Snow Forecast
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Summary
No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0". Weather today, cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 47. light and variable wind becoming northwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. winds could gust as high as 21 mph. Up to 3" 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, cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 47. light and variable wind becoming northwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. winds could gust as high as 21 mph.
How much new snowfall is forecasted for Ski Cherokee this week?
Ski Cherokee is expected to receive up to 2.84" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
What are ski area conditions in Virginia like right now?
Several areas across Pennsylvania are poised for moderate snowfall over the next five days, with the heaviest accumulations expected near Saylorsburg (9 inches forecasted), Bradford (8 inches), and Russell (8 inches). These regions are near ski destinations like Blue Mountain Resort (closest to Saylorsburg), Mount Pleasant of Edinboro (proximate to Titusville), and Holiday Valley just over the New York border ... Read more