* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet, with locally higher amounts possible in the Bear River Range and upper Cottonwoods. * WHERE...The Wasatch Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely. Very low visibility in blowing and drifting snow is likely near Logan Summit. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will become heavy at times after 4 AM Friday morning. The heaviest period of snow will be Friday evening into Saturday morning, with rates exceeding 2 inches per hour at times.
A crisp start to December greets skiers at Sundance, Utah, with overnight temperatures dipping to a chilly 13°F. Sundance Ski Resort in Utah boasts 450 acres of skiable terrain with a focus on intermediate and advanced runs.
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While early conditions are thin with a current snowpack of just 2 inches—an 85% deficit compared to seasonal averages—hope is on the horizon. A modest dusting of 0.13 inches is expected today, but it's the extended outlook that has the mountain buzzing: over 17 inches of fresh snow is forecasted in the next 72 hours, with totals nearing 18 inches by the weekend. This could be the much-needed base builder Sundance has been waiting for.
Despite the current limited coverage, resort crews are actively preparing the mountain for the incoming storm, with snowmaking operations ongoing and selected beginner areas being groomed. No major local news disrupts mountain operations, allowing skiers and snowboarders to focus on the storm that could transform conditions dramatically. Be sure to check lift and trail openings before heading up, as terrain access will evolve rapidly with the incoming snowfall. Powder hounds may want to wax their boards—Sundance could be on track for a snowy December turnaround.
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 Timpanogos Divide.
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 Sundance.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Sundance impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
Sundance Ski Resort is located in the Wasatch Mountain Range in Utah, United States. The resort is situated on the slopes of Mount Timpanogos, which is the second highest peak in the Wasatch Range. Sundance Ski Resort offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, with runs ranging from beginner to expert level. The resort also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The resort features 44 runs with the best trails being Bear Claw, Stampede, and Maverick. An interesting fact is that the resort was founded by Robert Redford in 1969 and named after his character in the movie "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." For beginners, the resort offers a dedicated beginner area with gentle slopes and a magic carpet lift. For après ski, the Owl Bar is a must-visit with its Old West atmosphere and live music.
The ski area received -1" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, mostly sunny, with a high near 24. calm wind.
Sundance is expected to receive up to 18.01" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
Utah’s Wasatch Range is poised for significant snowfall over the next five days, with ski resorts near Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird forecasted to receive up to 19", 18", and 18" respectively. These totals are corroborated by nearby sensors such as Mill-D North, Thaynes Canyon, and Silver Lake Brighton. Powder Mountain and Farmington are also expecting heavy accumulations, with up to ... Read more