Today’s Taos snow report: Taos Ski Valley received 0 inches of new snow overnight, holding the base depth at 23 inches.
Snow conditions today are machine-groomed, with some hard-packed and icy stretches, especially on steeper runs and high alpine terrain. No fresh powder has fallen recently, and the current snowpack is trending nearly 39% below average for this time of year.
However, skiers and riders can look forward to a change in the coming days. The 72-hour forecast calls for 1.68 inches of snow, with a promising 9 inches expected over the next 5 days. While conditions today may not deliver deep turns, groomed runs are skiing well, and the mountain remains open with strong intermediate and advanced offerings. If you’re craving turns and alpine views, it’s still worth heading up—but keep an eye on that weekend storm system.
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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 Taos Powderhorn.
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 Taos Ski Valley.
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Taos Ski Valley impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
The Taos Ski Valley ski resort in New Mexico is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The resort is known for its challenging terrain with steep slopes, chutes, and bowls. Some of the notable peaks in the area include Wheeler Peak, the highest peak in New Mexico, and Kachina Peak, which offers some of the most advanced terrain at the resort. Other mountain ranges in the vicinity of Taos Ski Valley include the Carson National Forest and the Rio Grande Gorge.
With over 100 trails, the best runs are the Highline Ridge, Al's Run, and the Kachina Peak. One interesting fact about Taos Ski Valley is that, until 2008, snowboarding was prohibited on the mountain. Beginners can enjoy the gentle, wide-open slopes of Strawberry Hill or White Feather. For a post-skiing drink, visitors should check out the Martini Tree Bar, located at the base of the mountain. Its lively atmosphere and selection of cocktails make it the perfect spot to unwind after a long day on the slopes.
This snow report combines on-mountain observations, regional SNOTEL sensors, and weather model data specific to Taos Ski Valley and the surrounding region.
The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.
Weather today, sunny, with a high near 39. southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Taos Ski Valley is expected to receive up to 9.2" of new snowfall in the next 5 days.
Northern New Mexico is poised for moderate snowfall over the next five days, with the heaviest accumulations forecasted near key ski resorts. The Rio Santa Barbara and Taos Powderhorn areas are expected to receive up to 9–10 inches, with Gallegos Peak, Red River Pass, and Shuree also projected to get 8 inches. This bodes well for Taos Ski Valley, which ... Read more