2026-03-15T16:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts around 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Highlands, Eastern Lincoln County, South Central Mountains, Guadalupe County, East Slopes Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and Northeast Highlands. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 4 PM MDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust may reduce visibility below one mile at times in dust prone locations.
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 the Area
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 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Ski Apache today?
Weather today, sunny, with a high near 44. west wind 15 to 20 mph.
What are ski area conditions in New-Mexico like right now?
With recent snowfall across the nation, skiers are looking for the freshest powder to carve their trails. In the last 24 hours, Nohrsc Sawmill Ridge in Washington reported 2 inches of new snow atop a 170-inch base, under hazy skies which are expected to give way to a slight chance of thunderstorms later in the day. Closest to this sensor, ... Read more