Taos Ski Valley Ski Report
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Last Updated: December 25, 2025
A festive white Christmas greets skiers at Taos Ski Valley today, with overnight temperatures holding steady at a mild 32°F. Taos Ski Valley is a ski resort located in New Mexico that offers an exciting and challenging skiing experience for advanced and intermediate skiers.
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Summary
The base snowpack sits at 12 inches—significantly below the seasonal average—but conditions remain rideable across key runs thanks to consistent grooming and snowmaking. The Kachina Peak chairlift, a recent game-changing addition, is fully operational and offering access to high-elevation terrain with stunning views and solid early-season coverage. While only 0.04" of new snow is expected today, the outlook is promising: over 3" are forecasted in the next 72 hours, with up to 4" expected by Sunday, potentially freshening up the slopes heading into the weekend.
Beyond the snow, Taos Ski Valley is buzzing with energy. The resort celebrates its 70th anniversary with sustainability milestones, now proudly carbon neutral and continuing its B Corp leadership. Construction pauses at the historic Hotel St. Bernard mark respect for the season’s rhythm, while The Blake continues to impress visitors as a luxury alpine escape. Recent trail dedications honor avalanche victims, underscoring the resort's deep-rooted community values. With a blend of rich history, artful charm, and promising snow in the forecast, Taos delivers a soulful holiday ski experience you won’t want to miss.
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 Taos Powderhorn.
Regional Snowpack Depth
Snow levels measured from Taos Powderhorn
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 Taos Ski Valley.
Historical Air Temperature
Temperature fluctuations at Taos Ski Valley
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Taos Ski Valley impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
About the Area
The Taos Ski Valley ski resort in New Mexico is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The resort is known for its challenging terrain with steep slopes, chutes, and bowls. Some of the notable peaks in the area include Wheeler Peak, the highest peak in New Mexico, and Kachina Peak, which offers some of the most advanced terrain at the resort. Other mountain ranges in the vicinity of Taos Ski Valley include the Carson National Forest and the Rio Grande Gorge.
With over 100 trails, the best runs are the Highline Ridge, Al's Run, and the Kachina Peak. One interesting fact about Taos Ski Valley is that, until 2008, snowboarding was prohibited on the mountain. Beginners can enjoy the gentle, wide-open slopes of Strawberry Hill or White Feather. For a post-skiing drink, visitors should check out the Martini Tree Bar, located at the base of the mountain. Its lively atmosphere and selection of cocktails make it the perfect spot to unwind after a long day on the slopes.
Taos Ski Valley FAQ
How much snow did Taos Ski Valley receive over the past day?
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Taos Ski Valley today?
Weather today, a slight chance of sprinkles and flurries before 2pm, then a slight chance of rain showers between 2pm and 5pm. mostly cloudy, with a high near 39. breezy, with a west wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. chance of precipitation is 20%.
How much new snowfall is forecasted for Taos Ski Valley this week?
Taos Ski Valley is expected to receive up to 4.19" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
What are ski area conditions in New-Mexico like right now?
Northern New Mexico is seeing modest snowfall this week, with the heaviest 5-day totals expected near Chamita (9"), Hopewell (6"), and San Antonio Sink (6"). These sensors are closest to ski resorts like Taos Ski Valley and Red River, both of which are poised for light-to-moderate snow accumulation through the weekend. Taos Powderhorn reports a 5-day forecast of 4" and ... Read more
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