Montana ski areas
Live snowfall, snowpack depth, and 5-day forecasts at every Montana ski + snowboard area, with per-resort interactive weather meteograms.
1. Big Sky Resort: Located in the southwest region of Montana, Big Sky Resort is the largest ski resort in the state, with over 5,800 acres of skiable terrain. The resort has an average snowfall of 400 inches per year, with a snowpack average of 70 inches. The best time to visit Big Sky is from December to February, when the snow is at its best.
2. Whitefish Mountain Resort: Located in northwestern Montana, Whitefish Mountain Resort is known for its stunning views of Glacier National Park. The resort has an average snowfall of 300 inches per year, with a snowpack average of 50 inches. The best time to visit Whitefish is from December to March, when the snow is at its best.
3. Bridger Bowl: Located near Bozeman in southwestern Montana, Bridger Bowl is a local favorite with great terrain for all skill levels. The resort has an average snowfall of 350 inches per year, with a snowpack average of 80 inches. The best time to visit Bridger Bowl is from January to March, when the snow is at its best.
4. Red Lodge Mountain: Located in southern Montana, Red Lodge Mountain is a smaller resort with a laid-back vibe. The resort has an average snowfall of 250 inches per year, with a snowpack average of 50 inches. The best time to visit Red Lodge Mountain is from January to March, when the snow is at its best.
Montana ski areas
Every Montana ski area Snoflo tracks. Sortable by any column. Tap a resort name for the full report; scroll down for per-resort 15-day weather meteograms.
| Ski area | Air temp | Snowfall (24h) | Snowpack | 24h fcst | 72h fcst | 120h fcst |
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| Red Lodge Mountain | 46°F | 0" | 0" | 0" | 0" | 7" |
| Big Sky Resort | 17°F | 0" | 25" | 1" | 1" | 1" |
| Moonlight Basin | 17°F | 0" | 25" | 1" | 1" | 1" |
| Spanish Peaks Resort | 17°F | 0" | 25" | 1" | 1" | 1" |
| Yellowstone Club | 17°F | 0" | 25" | 1" | 1" | 1" |
| Discovery Ski Area | 23°F | -1" | 59" | 4" | 5" | 5" |
| Montana Snowbowl | 22°F | 1" | 70" | 1" | 1" | 0" |
| Teton Pass Ski Area | 26°F | 0" | 7" | 2" | 2" | 3" |
| Turner Mountain | 34°F | -3" | 7" | 0" | 0" | 0" |
| Whitefish Mountain Resort | · | 0" | 65" | 0" | 0" | 0" |
| Bear Paw Ski Bowl | 34°F | 0" | 0" | 0" | 8" | 10" |
| Blacktail Mountain Ski Area | 28°F | 0" | 0" | 0" | 0" | 0" |
| Bridger Bowl Ski Area | 33°F | 0" | 0" | 1" | 2" | 2" |
| Great Divide Snowsports | 24°F | -1" | 0" | 1" | 1" | 1" |
| Showdown Ski Area | 29°F | 0" | 0" | 1" | 1" | 2" |
Montana ski-area meteograms
Per-resort interactive weather forecasts. Hover any chart for hourly detail across the next 15 days — temperature curve, precipitation bars, weather symbols, and humidity.
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Big Sky Resort
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Blacktail Mountain Ski Area
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Bridger Bowl Ski Area
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Discovery Ski Area
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Great Divide Snowsports
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Montana Snowbowl
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Moonlight Basin
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Red Lodge Mountain
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Showdown Ski Area
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Spanish Peaks Resort
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Teton Pass Ski Area
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Turner Mountain
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Whitefish Mountain Resort
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Yellowstone Club
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About Montana ski conditions
Where do the Montana ski conditions come from?
Fresh-snow totals are aggregated from resort-side reporting, NOAA's NOHRSC snow analysis grid, and nearby SNOTEL stations. Snowpack and SWE typically come from the closest SNOTEL station to each resort.
What's a meteogram?
A compact 15-day weather chart showing temperature, precipitation, wind, and weather-symbol forecast in one view. It's the same data professional forecasters use, rendered for quick at-a-glance trip planning.
What about backcountry conditions in Montana?
Always consult your regional avalanche center — resort conditions don't translate to backcountry safety. The U.S. avalanche center directory is at avalanche.org.
Can I get an alert when fresh snow falls at a Montana resort?
Yes. Save any ski area as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app, set a fresh-snow threshold, and you'll get a push the moment it crosses. Free with a Snoflo account.