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 Cloudcroft.
Historical Air Temperature
Temperature fluctuations at Ski Cloudcroft
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Ski Cloudcroft impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
About this Location
The Ski Cloudcroft ski resort is located in the Sacramento Mountains of New Mexico. The resort offers skiing and snowboarding on a variety of slopes and terrain, with runs for all skill levels. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the ski resort include:
1. Sacramento Mountains: The ski resort is located in the Sacramento Mountains, a subrange of the larger Rocky Mountains. These mountains offer beautiful scenery and a variety of terrain for skiing and snowboarding.
2. Ski Runs: The resort features a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, providing options for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. The runs vary in length and difficulty, with some offering steep pitches and challenging terrain.
3. Elevation: The ski resort's base elevation is around 8,500 feet, with the summit reaching over 9,000 feet. This elevation provides great snow conditions and stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
4. Terrain Parks: Ski Cloudcroft also offers terrain parks for freestyle skiers and snowboarders, with jumps, rails, and other features for riders to show off their skills.
Overall, Ski Cloudcroft offers a unique and scenic mountain experience for winter sports enthusiasts in New Mexico.
The resort features a variety of intermediate and advanced trails, including the challenging Black Jack run. Beginner skiers can enjoy the easier trails near the base area. A lesser-known fact about Ski Cloudcroft is that it was the first ski area in New Mexico to have a chairlift, installed in 1940. For après ski, visitors can head to Mad Jack's Mountaintop Bar & Grill for food, drinks, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Established | 1963 |
Lift Count | 3 Lifts |
Run Count | 21 Trails |
Ski Cloudcroft FAQ
Where does our Ski Cloudcroft snow data come from?
This snow report combines on-mountain observations, regional SNOTEL sensors, and weather model data specific to Ski Cloudcroft and the surrounding region.
How much snow did Ski Cloudcroft receive over the past day?
The ski area received -1" of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Ski Cloudcroft 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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