SUN VALLEY



SKI AREAS IDAHO

SUN VALLEY


March 28, 2024
32.0" Snowpack (91% of Normal)
42° Snow Showers then Partly Sunny


The ski area reports 2" of new snow today with snowpack levels rising to 32.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 33 inches, but can be as high as 71 inches.

Weather today, snow showers, mainly before 9am. high near 42. south wind 7 to 11 mph becoming west southwest in the afternoon. chance of precipitation is 80%. new snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible. Up to 5" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.

Terrain Surface NA
Powder Score NA
Snowpack Percent Normal 91%
Max Recorded Snowpack 71"
Snowfall Past 24 Hours 2"
Snowfall Next 24 Hours 4"
Snowfall Next 5 Days 5.37"

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Snowpack Depth (Past 7 Days)
Data sourced from Chocolate Gulch

Recent Air Temperatures

Snow Forecast




5 Day Snow Forecast

Weather into tomorrow, A 20 percent chance of snow after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon.



Hourly Forecast

Seasonal Snow Comparison

Compare year over year snow water equivalency

Snowpack levels are currently 2% below average, with snowpack depth last observed at 32 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

Sun Valley


Sun Valley is a ski resort located in Idaho, known for its scenic beauty and world-class skiing. The resort has over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain, with 121 runs and 11 lifts. Some of the best trails include Bald Mountain's Challenger and Christmas Bowl, and the bowls and chutes on Seattle Ridge. An interesting historical fact is that Sun Valley was the first ski resort in the United States, opening in 1936. For beginner skiers, Dollar Mountain is the perfect place to start, with gentle slopes and a dedicated ski school. After a long day on the slopes, the Duchin Lounge at the Sun Valley Lodge is a popular spot for apres ski drinks and live music.


Terrain Overview

The Sun Valley Ski Resort in Idaho is located in the Sawtooth Mountain Range. Some of the key mountains and aspects of the resort include:

- Bald Mountain (also known as "Baldy"): This is the primary ski mountain at Sun Valley, offering a variety of runs and terrain for all skill levels.
- Dollar Mountain: A smaller mountain adjacent to Bald Mountain, ideal for beginners and families.
- Warm Springs Mountain: Located on the backside of Bald Mountain, offering challenging terrain and expert runs.
- Seattle Ridge: Another area of Bald Mountain with a variety of intermediate and advanced runs.
- Lookout Bowls: Located on the backside of Bald Mountain, offering steep, powder-filled bowls for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
- The bowls of the Warm Springs side of Bald Mountain: This area offers some of the steepest and most challenging terrain at Sun Valley.

These mountains and aspects provide a diverse range of skiing and snowboarding experiences for visitors to enjoy at Sun Valley Ski Resort.

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