Winter Storm Warning
2026-03-14T14:00:00-04:00

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Hamilton and Northern Herkimer Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Heavy snow will reduce visibility to less than a half mile at times. Maximum snowfall rates will reach 1 inch per hour at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow this morning will taper to snow showers before ending this afternoon. Gusty winds could result in blowing and drifting of snow that has already fallen.


Mccauley Mountain Ski Report

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Last Updated: March 14, 2026

McCauley Mountain Ski Resort in New York offers 21 trails with a good mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced options.


Powder Predicted

Summary

No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 5.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 9 inches, but can be as high as 29 inches. Weather today, snow showers, mainly after 1pm. high near 35. light and variable wind becoming south 9 to 14 mph in the morning. winds could gust as high as 28 mph. chance of precipitation is 80%. total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible. Up to 18" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.



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Past 24 Hours

5.0"

Snowpack

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Humidity


15-Day Snow Forecast


Snowfall Accumulations

Snowpack Percent Normal

88%

Max Recorded Snowpack

29"

Snowfall Past 24 Hours

0.0"

Snowfall Next 24 Hours

5"

Snowfall Next 72 Hours

8"

Snowfall Next 5 Days

18"

Terrain Surface

NA

Powder Score

NA
       

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

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 Chases Lake.

Regional Snowpack Depth

Snow levels measured from Chases Lake


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 Mccauley Mountain.

Historical Air Temperature

Temperature fluctuations at Mccauley Mountain


Recent air temperature fluctuations at Mccauley Mountain impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.

About the Area


The pertinent mountain range for McCauley Mountain Ski Resort in New York is the Adirondack Mountains.

The mountain itself has a summit elevation of 2,325 feet and offers a vertical drop of 633 feet. The ski resort has 21 trails, with the longest trail being 7,500 feet long. McCauley Mountain also has three chair lifts and one surface lift to access the various trails on the mountain.

The best trails for advanced skiers are the black diamond runs, including Exhibition and Upper Darby. A little-known fact about the resort is that it was named after Thomas McCauley, who owned the land in the 1800s and was instrumental in developing the town of Old Forge. For beginners, the Gentle Ben trail provides a great introduction to skiing with its wide and gentle slope. The best apres ski bar in the area is the Matterhorn Ski Bar, located just a short drive from the resort, where visitors can enjoy live music and delicious drinks in a cozy atmosphere.

Lift Count

5 Lifts

Mccauley Mountain FAQ


Where does our Mccauley Mountain snow data come from?

This snow report combines on-mountain observations, regional SNOTEL sensors, and weather model data specific to Mccauley Mountain and the surrounding region.


How much snow did Mccauley Mountain receive over the past day?

The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.


What's the weather like at Mccauley Mountain today?

Weather today, snow showers, mainly after 1pm. high near 35. light and variable wind becoming south 9 to 14 mph in the morning. winds could gust as high as 28 mph. chance of precipitation is 80%. total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.


How much new snowfall is forecasted for Mccauley Mountain this week?

Mccauley Mountain is expected to receive up to 17.79" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.