SNOWSHOE MOUNTAIN
February 16, 2025
2025-02-17T13:00:00-05:00
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 17 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 1 PM EST Monday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Saturated soils from recent rains may allow for trees to fall more easily during this wind event.
SNOWPACK DEPTH
3.0" %
Snowpack DepthPercent of Normal
0" 9.02 "
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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 3.0". Weather today, rain showers before 1pm, then rain likely, possibly mixed with snow showers between 1pm and 2pm, then snow showers likely after 2pm. patchy blowing snow after 2pm. temperature falling to around 24 by 5pm. windy, with a south wind 20 to 25 mph becoming west 28 to 33 mph in the afternoon. winds could gust as high as 50 mph. chance of precipitation is 80%. new snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible. Up to 9" of more snowfall forecasted over the next 5 days.
Get driving directions| Snowfall Past 24 Hours | 0" |
| Snowfall Next 24 Hours | 3" |
| Snowfall Next 5 Days | 9.02" |
| Terrain Surface | NA |
| Powder Score | NA |
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About the Area
Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort is located in the Allegheny Mountains in West Virginia, United States. The resort is situated in the Cheat Mountain Range and encompasses multiple peaks, including Cheat Mountain, Shay's Revenge, and Bald Knob. The highest point at the resort is at an elevation of 4,848 feet at Bald Knob.
The terrain at Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort includes a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced slopes, with a total of 257 acres of skiable terrain. The resort offers a variety of mountain aspects, including north, east, and northeast-facing slopes, which provide a diverse range of skiing and snowboarding opportunities for visitors.
Snowshoe Mountain ski resort in West Virginia offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, with 60 trails and over 240 acres of skiable area. The resort's top-rated runs include Widowmaker and Cupp Run, both of which offer stunning views and challenging terrain. The resort has a rich history as it was originally developed by Dr. Thomas Brigham in the 1970s, who also founded the nearby Winterplace ski resort. For beginner skiers, the resort offers several gentle slopes and an excellent ski school program. For apres ski, the best spot is the Connection Nightclub, which features live music and a fun atmosphere.
Ski Resort Forecast
| Ski Area | Next 24 Hours | Next 3 Days | Next 5 Days |
| Oglebay Ski And Snowboard Area | 3.24" | 3.8" | 4.88" |
| Winterplace Ski Resort | 0.95" | 1.14" | 6.56" |
| Canaan Valley Resort | 5.2" | 6.39" | 9.66" |
| Timberline Ski Resort | 5.2" | 6.39" | 9.66" |
Regional Snowpack Conditions
| Location | Overnight | Snowpack |
| COVINGTON FILTER PLANT | 0" | 1" |
| SNOWSHOE | 0" | 3" |
| CARNOT-MOON 0.7 ENE, PA | 0" | 1" |
| MILLBORO 0.3 NW, VA | -2" | 4" |
| DONEGAL 2 NW | 0.4" | 1" |
| DUNMORE 1N | 0" | 1" |
| MONTEREY 6.5 SSW, VA | 0" | 2.5" |
| GATHRIGHT DAM | 0" | 2" |