2025-12-19T22:00:00-05:00
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...DC, and portions of central, north-central, northeast, and northern Maryland, and central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia. * WHEN...From noon today to 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Ski Cherokee Ski Report
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 19, 2025
Ski Cherokee is a top ski resort in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains, offering 17 ski slopes and trails suitable for all levels.
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Summary
No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 1 inches, but can be as high as 26 inches. Weather today, rain and snow showers before 1pm, then a chance of snow showers between 1pm and 4pm. temperature falling to around 25 by 5pm. breezy, with a west wind 14 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 47 mph. chance of precipitation is 90%. little or no snow accumulation expected. Up to 1" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
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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 Altoona 2.
Regional Snowpack Depth
Snow levels measured from Altoona 2
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 Cherokee.
Historical Air Temperature
Temperature fluctuations at Ski Cherokee
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Ski Cherokee impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
About the Area
The Cherokee Ski Resort in the United States is located in the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina. The resort is situated in the Great Smoky Mountains, which is part of the larger Appalachian Mountain range. The resort offers skiing and snowboarding on a variety of mountain aspects, including north-facing slopes, south-facing slopes, and east and west-facing slopes. The varying aspects provide a diverse range of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
The top trails are the advanced runs; Oconaluftee and Unto These Hills have the steepest pitches and the best views. Few people know that the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians own and operate the resort. For beginners, the gentle Bunny Slope with its Magic Carpet lift is the best option. The resort also offers a tubing hill for non-skiing activities. For the best apres ski bar, head to the cozy Rendezvous Lounge for a hot toddy or craft beer.
Lift Count | 3 Lifts |
Base Elevation | 1200 Meters |
Run Count | 5 Trails |
Top Elevation | 2200 Meters |
Ski Cherokee FAQ
How much snow did Ski Cherokee receive over the past day?
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Ski Cherokee today?
Weather today, rain and snow showers before 1pm, then a chance of snow showers between 1pm and 4pm. temperature falling to around 25 by 5pm. breezy, with a west wind 14 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 47 mph. chance of precipitation is 90%. little or no snow accumulation expected.
How much new snowfall is forecasted for Ski Cherokee this week?
Ski Cherokee is expected to receive up to 1.3" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
What are ski area conditions in Virginia like right now?
Pennsylvania ski conditions are currently stable with no new snowfall reported in the past 24 hours, but several resorts are expecting moderate snow accumulation over the next five days. Northern Pennsylvania shows the best prospects, with Pleasant Mount (near Elk Mountain Ski Resort) expecting 6 inches and a snowpack depth of 7”. Bradford and nearby resorts like Holiday Valley (just ... Read more