* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...A portion of western North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Icing may create slippery conditions on roads, bridges and sidewalks. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute.
Beech Mountain Ski Resort is a popular ski destination in North Carolina.
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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 1.0". Weather today, increasing clouds, with a high near 33. west wind 6 to 9 mph. Up to 4" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
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 Beech Mountain.
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 Beech Mountain Ski Resort.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Beech Mountain Ski Resort impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
Beech Mountain Ski Resort is located in North Carolina and is part of the Appalachian Mountain range. The resort is situated on Beech Mountain, which is the highest town in the eastern United States at an elevation of 5,506 feet. The ski resort offers a variety of slopes and trails for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, with the highest peak reaching 5,506 feet. The mountain features a vertical drop of 830 feet and receives an average annual snowfall of 80 inches, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The resort boasts 17 trails and 8 lifts, with the most challenging runs being Oz Run and White Lightning. The resort also has a long and interesting history, having been founded in 1967 as the highest ski area east of the Rockies. For beginner skiers, the Powder Bowl and Southern Star trails offer gentle slopes to practice on. The resort's apres ski scene is vibrant, with a variety of bars and restaurants to choose from. For a cozy atmosphere and delicious drinks, head to the Beech Mountain Brewing Company.
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, increasing clouds, with a high near 33. west wind 6 to 9 mph.
Beech Mountain Ski Resort is expected to receive up to 4.44" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
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