Cleary Summit snow report
Cleary Summit
Cleary Summit Ski Resort in Alaska offers a variety of trails for skiers of all levels, with the best runs being the intermediate Black Diamond and the advanced Double Black Diamond. Few people know that Cleary Summit was once a military installation during World War II, and remnants of the old bunkers can still be seen on the mountain. For beginners, the best trail to start with is the easy Green Circle trail, which offers gentle slopes and beautiful views. After a day on the slopes, head to the Silver Gulch Brewing and Bottling Co. in nearby Fairbanks for some delicious local beer and tasty snacks.
Terrain mix: Cleary Summit Ski Resort is located in the White Mountains of Alaska. The resort is situated in the Chena River State Recreation Area and is surrounded by several mountain ranges including the White Mountains, the Alaska Range, and the Brooks Range.
Some of the prominent mountain aspects of Cleary Summit Ski Resort include:
1. Cleary Summit: The resort is named after Cleary Summit, a prominent peak located in the White Mountains. Cleary Summit offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges and is a popular destination for hiking and skiing.
2. Mount Prindle: Located in the Alaska Range, Mount Prindle is a majestic peak that can be seen from Cleary Summit Ski Resort. The mountain offers challenging terrain for experienced skiers and snowboarders.
3. Mount Fairplay: Part of the Brooks Range, Mount Fairplay is another notable peak that can be seen from the resort. The mountain offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Overall, Cleary Summit Ski Resort offers a diverse range of mountain aspects and terrain for visitors to enjoy.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Cleary Summit -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Cleary Summit in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Cleary Summit reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Cleary Summit
Where does the snow data for Cleary Summit come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Cleary Summit?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Cleary Summit?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Cleary Summit.