Snow conditions are machine-groomed with a touch of fresh powder, making for smooth turns and solid corduroy across most trails. Temperatures dipped to 17.9°F overnight, keeping the surface firm but manageable. While the snowpack is currently at 80% of seasonal average, terrain is well-maintained and skiing remains enjoyable.
Looking ahead, an additional 3.3 inches of snow is expected over the next 72 hours, with 3 inches more in the 5-day forecast—great news for midweek riders. With recent grooming and light snowfall refreshing the slopes, it’s definitely worth getting out there today. Expect a classic New England ski day: crisp air, fast groomers, and the potential for softer turns as snow accumulates later in the week.
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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 Ashburnham North.
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 Mount Sunapee Ski Area.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Mount Sunapee Ski Area impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
Mount Sunapee Ski Area is located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The mountain itself is part of the Sunapee Range, which is a subrange of the larger Appalachian Mountains. The highest peak in the Sunapee Range is Mount Sunapee, which has an elevation of 2,726 feet.
The ski resort offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, including 66 trails and slopes. The mountain has a vertical drop of 1,510 feet and is known for its diverse terrain, including beginner, intermediate, and expert runs. The resort also features 10 lifts, including a high-speed quad chairlift and two magic carpet lifts.
Overall, the mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Mount Sunapee Ski Area offer a unique and diverse skiing experience for visitors to enjoy.
The resort has a wide range of trails for all levels of experience, with the best trails being Ridge Trail, Flying Goose, and Blast-Off. A unique fact about Mount Sunapee is that it is the only ski area in the state to offer a snowmaking system that is 100% energy efficient. For beginner skiers, the Sunapee Express chairlift provides access to multiple beginner trails, including Easy Street and Duck Soup. After a long day of skiing, head to the Goosefeathers Pub for some apres ski drinks and food. It is a cozy spot with a great atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
This snow report combines on-mountain observations, regional SNOTEL sensors, and weather model data specific to Mount Sunapee Ski Area and the surrounding region.
The ski area received 2" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, sunny, with a high near 22. wind chill values as low as -16. northwest wind 10 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Mount Sunapee Ski Area is expected to receive up to 3.3" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
Massachusetts ski areas are seeing modest snow activity this week, with the highest 5-day snowfall forecasts centered in the Berkshires and north-central regions. Cheshire, near Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, leads with 5 inches forecasted over the next five days and a current snowpack of 12”. Nearby East Hawley, closest to Berkshire East Mountain Resort, anticipates 4 inches with a solid ... Read more