Today’s Snowmass snow report: Snowmass received 0 inches of new snow overnight, holding the base depth at 17 inches.
Snow conditions are machine-groomed with some hardpack, due to colder temps and below-average snowpack. With a snowpack sitting at 53% below average, coverage is thin in spots—especially off-piste—so stick to groomers for the best experience. Air temperatures dipped to 19°F overnight, keeping surfaces firm early in the day.
Looking ahead, light relief is on the horizon—Snowmass is expecting 9.27 inches of new snow in the next 72 hours, with a similar 9-inch forecast through the next 5 days. While today may not offer deep powder turns, it's a solid day to carve corduroy, especially with fewer crowds. Advanced skiers may want to wait for the incoming storms, but for those looking to cruise under bluebird skies or log some early-season laps, it's still worth strapping in.
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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 Upper Taylor.
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 Snowmass.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Snowmass impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
The Snowmass Ski Resort in Colorado is located in the Elk Mountains Range and specifically on the slopes of Snowmass Mountain. The resort also offers views of other nearby mountain ranges such as the Maroon Bells, Capitol Peak, and Pyramid Peak. These mountains provide stunning backdrops for the ski resort and offer a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders to explore.
With over 3,300 acres of ski terrain, this resort offers some of the best skiing and snowboarding runs in the country. The best trails for advanced skiers are the Hanging Valley Wall and the Cirque, while beginners can enjoy the gentle slopes of Elk Camp. An interesting fact is that Snowmass Ski Resort is home to the largest cross-country ski system in North America, offering over 90 kilometers of groomed trails. For beginner skiers, the resort offers excellent ski lessons and a dedicated beginners' area. For après ski, the Limelight Lounge is a great choice with its cozy atmosphere and live music.
Night Skiing | No |
Lift Count | 24 Lifts |
Hourly Lift Capacity | 34497 per hour |
Base Elevation | 2470 Meters |
Terrain Park | Yes |
Acreage | 3132 Acres |
Established | 1967 |
Run Count | 91 Trails |
This snow report combines on-mountain observations, regional SNOTEL sensors, and weather model data specific to Snowmass and the surrounding region.
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, a slight chance of snow showers between 11am and 1pm. partly sunny, with a high near 37. south southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. chance of precipitation is 20%.
Snowmass is expected to receive up to 9.27" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
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