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Magic Mountain snow report

Massachusetts, United States Chester
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Magic Mountain -- Massachusetts ski resort
Magic Mountain Massachusetts · Chester
About this resort

Magic Mountain

Magic Mountain ski resort is located in southern Vermont, United States. It is known for its challenging and diverse terrain, with over 50 trails spread across 2000 acres of skiable terrain. The resort's best trails include the black diamond expert trail named "Witch of the East" and the intermediate trail called "Red Line". An interesting historical fact about Magic Mountain is that it was one of the first ski areas in Vermont to allow snowboarding in the early 1980s. For beginner skiers, the "Rabbit Hill" trail is a great option. After a long day on the slopes, head to the Black Line Tavern for some après ski drinks and live music.

Terrain mix: Magic Mountain ski resort is located in southern Vermont, near the town of Londonderry. The resort is situated in the Green Mountains, which is a range that runs north-south through the state. Some of the prominent peaks in the Green Mountains near Magic Mountain include Stratton Mountain, Bromley Mountain, and Mount Snow.

Magic Mountain itself has a summit elevation of 2,850 feet and a vertical drop of 1,500 feet. The terrain at the resort is known for its challenging and diverse runs, with a mix of groomed trails, glades, and natural terrain features. The mountain aspect of Magic Mountain varies, with slopes facing different directions to provide a variety of skiing conditions throughout the day.

Overall, Magic Mountain offers a unique and authentic ski experience in the heart of the Green Mountains in Vermont.

StateMassachusetts
LocationChester
Base elevation1,148 ft
Summit elevation2,854 ft
Skiable acreage195 acres
Lifts3
Runs43
Longest run8,530 ft
Opened1960
Detailed forecast

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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.

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Next 5 days, hour by hour

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5-day forecast table

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TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & snow

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS BOX.

094 FXUS61 KBOX 130807 AFDBOX Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 407 AM EDT Sat Jun 13 2026 .WHAT HAS CHANGED... No significant changes to the forecast. && .KEY MESSAGES... - Mostly dry with above normal temperatures continuing through the weekend with humidity on the decrease. - Expecting showers and thunderstorms Sunday night with the risk for severe weather remaining low. - Seasonable temperatures and lower humidity returns through the first half of next week before a return to a more active pattern late-week. && .DISCUSSION... KEY MESSAGE 1... Mostly dry with above normal temperatures continuing through the weekend with humidity on the decrease. Temperatures remain in the upper 80s to low 90s through the weekend as an unseasonably warm airmass remains draped over New England. However, there will be a noticeable difference in the "feels like" temperatures compared to the last few days as dewpoints drop to the mid to upper 50s in the wake of a cold front pushing offshore this morning. With a ridging pattern moving into place aloft, expecting conditions to remain dry through most of Sunday. KEY MESSAGE 2...Expecting showers and thunderstorms Sunday night with the risk for severe weather remaining low. A cold front pushing into Southern New England Sunday night will increase the risk for showers and thunderstorms. Instability likely remains low heading into the overnight hours, despite elevated shear magnitudes, which will help to mitigate the risk for storms to turn severe. Uncertainty still remains in rainfall totals, with the latest suite of guidance indicating 2.0"+ PWATs could stretch anywhere from DelMarVa to Portland, ME. The ECMWF is the most aggressive, bringing 2.0-2.15" PWATs along the entirety of the I-95 corridor, but the GFS and Canadian guidance keep that deep moisture further south across Long Island. The latest round of ensembles and AI ensembles continue to keep the worst PWATs off our southern waters; however, there is a noticeable northward trend from run-to-run. Certainly something to keep an eye on as the day progresses. KEY MESSAGE 3...Seasonable temperatures and lower humidity returns through the first half of next week before a return to a more active pattern late-week. A cooler and much drier airmass then works into Southern New England Monday into Tuesday. Latest guidance shows 850 mb temps now dropping to around +8 to +10C, some 5-7C lower than we`ve been seeing. Highs are likely to drop into the low 80s, with dewpoints plummeting into the mid 40s to mid 50s, bringing about much more comfortable "feels like" temperatures. Temperatures will start to climb again heading into Wednesday, but are still seasonable in the low to mid 80s with still tolerable humidity levels. More active weather looks to develop around Thursday or Thursday night, as a stronger disturbance aloft moves in and sweeps a cold front through Southern New England. This could bring a better shot at showers/storms, although it`s still too early for specifics at this timeframe. && .AVIATION /08Z SATURDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY/... Forecaster Confidence Levels... Low - less than 30 percent. Moderate - 30 to 60 percent. High - greater than 60 percent. 06Z TAF Update: Through Sunday Morning: High confidence. VFR through the period. NW winds around 8-12 kts, but shift to W around 5-10 kt after 22z. Not expecting any seabreezes today. Winds shift SW late tonight/early Sunday morning. KBOS Terminal...High confidence in TAF. KBDL Terminal...High confidence in TAF. Outlook /Sunday Night through Wednesday/... Sunday Night: Mainly VFR, with local MVFR possible. Breezy. SHRA likely, chance TSRA. Monday: VFR. Breezy. Monday Night: VFR. Tuesday: VFR. Breezy. Tuesday Night: VFR. Wednesday: VFR. Breezy. Slight chance SHRA. && .MARINE... Forecaster Confidence Levels... Low - less than 30 percent. Moderate - 30 to 60 percent. High - greater than 60 percent. Through Sunday Morning...High confidence. Seas generally 1-3 ft, except 3-4 ft across the far outer waters through Sunday morning. Otherwise, winds remain below SCA levels. Outlook /Sunday Night through Wednesday/... Sunday Night: Low risk for Small Craft Advisory winds with gusts up to 25 kt. Areas of seas approaching 5 ft. Rain showers likely, chance of thunderstorms. Monday: Winds less than 25 kt. Monday Night: Winds less than 25 kt. Areas of seas approaching 5 ft. Tuesday: Winds less than 25 kt. Seas locally approaching 5 ft. Tuesday Night: Winds less than 25 kt. Wednesday: Winds less than 25 kt. Areas of seas approaching 5 ft. && .BOX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... CT...None. MA...None. RI...None. MARINE...None. && $$ DISCUSSION...McMinn AVIATION...McMinn MARINE...McMinn

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.

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FAQ

About Magic Mountain

Where does the snow data for Magic Mountain 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 Magic Mountain?

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 Magic Mountain?

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.

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