2026-04-25T20:00:00-06:00
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS SATURDAY, AND ESPECIALLY SUNDAY FOR SOUTHWEST AND SOUTH CENTRAL NEW MEXICO, AND ADDITIONALLY WEST TEXAS ON SUNDAY... .Strong southwest flow aloft will develop as a Pacific storm system moves to southern California Saturday and across the Four Corners region Sunday. Wind gusts Saturday will increase to around 40 mph, and Sunday to 50 mph or greater. Minimum relative humidity will range from 10-15 percent lowlands to 15-20 percent mountains. Widespread tree mortality and die back fuels will increase the wildfire risk as ERCs climb to 85-90 percentile. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 110 Southwest Mountains/Gila NF/Apache NF/GLZ, Fire Weather Zone 111 Southwest Deserts and Lowlands/Las Cruces BLM/GLZ, Fire Weather Zone 112 South Central Lowlands and Southern Rio Grande Valley/BLM/GLZ and Fire Weather Zone 113 Capitan and Sacramento Mountains/Lincoln NF/LNZ. * TIMING...winds both days increasing after 10 am, and peaking in middle to late afternoon. * WINDS...Saturday...west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Sunday...west 20-30 mph with gusts to 50 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10-15 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to mid 80s. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended
Summary
No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0.0". Weather today, sunny, with a high near 50. windy, with a west wind around 30 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph.
15-Day Snow Forecast
Snowfall Accumulations
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 Sierra Blanca.
Regional Snowpack Depth
Snow levels measured from Sierra Blanca
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 Ski Apache.
Historical Air Temperature
Temperature fluctuations at Ski Apache
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Ski Apache impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
About this Location
Ski Apache is located in the Sierra Blanca mountain range in New Mexico. The resort offers skiing and snowboarding on the slopes of Sierra Blanca Peak, which is the highest peak in the range at 11,981 feet. The mountain features a variety of runs for all skill levels, as well as stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
The resort offers over 55 runs for skiers of all levels, with the beginner-friendly runs being a standout. The terrain park is also popular with freestyle skiers and snowboarders. An interesting fact is that Ski Apache is located on the sacred land of the Mescalero Apache tribe, and the resort's name honors their heritage. For beginners, it's recommended to take the Gondola up to the mid-mountain area and enjoy the gentle runs. After a long day of skiing, the best apres ski bar is the Grille, which offers delicious food and drinks with live music on weekends.
Ski Apache FAQ
Where does our Ski Apache snow data come from?
This snow report combines on-mountain observations, regional SNOTEL sensors, and weather model data specific to Ski Apache and the surrounding region.
How much snow did Ski Apache receive over the past day?
The ski area received -1" of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Ski Apache today?
Weather today, sunny, with a high near 50. windy, with a west wind around 30 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph.
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