Winter Weather Advisory
2025-12-05T16:00:00-05:00

...SOME SNOW AND VERY COLD TEMPERATURES WILL RESULT IN TREACHEROUS TRAVEL FOR THE MORNING COMMUTE... .A combination of light snow and very cold temperatures will result in treacherous travel this morning. The morning commute will be impacted, with slick and icy roads and sidewalks expected. * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.


Ski Cherokee Ski Report

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Last Updated: December 5, 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". Weather today, increasing clouds, with a high near 30. south wind around 6 mph.


Hourly Snowfall Totals

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Snowpack Percent Normal

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Max Recorded Snowpack

26"

Snowfall Past 24 Hours

0.0"

Snowfall Past 48 Hours

2"

Snowfall Past 72 Hours

2"

Snowfall Next 24 Hours

0"

Snowfall Next 72 Hours

1"

Snowfall Next 5 Days

1"

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Weather Forecast

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, increasing clouds, with a high near 30. south wind around 6 mph.