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After a warming trend that will continue into late week, an Arctic cold front will arrive Saturday along with a round of snow that may bring significant adverse travel impacts to north central and eastern NM. Snow packed and icy roads are possible on Saturday into Saturday night from the Sangre De Cristo Mountains and Central Highlands east to the Texas and Oklahoma borders. The coldest air behind the front will be felt across eastern NM going into Sunday, with frigid wind chill temperatures forecast. A second and stronger Arctic blast will arrive Monday into Monday night, bringing frigid temperatures and dangerous wind chills further west into the state and may prompt the issuance of Cold Weather Advisories. An additional round of snow Monday into Tuesday may be more widespread, but will still favor areas east of the central mountain chain with the potential for more significant adverse travel impacts. Residents of east central and northeast NM should prepare for an extended period of subfreezing temperatures beginning Saturday that will necessitate precautions for people, plants, pipes, and pets. Monitor NOAA weather radio, weather.gov/abq or your local media for the latest updates on this situation. For the latest road conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit nmroads.com.
SNOWPACK DEPTH
21.0" 60%
Snowpack DepthPercent of Normal
2" 0.67 "
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The ski area reports 2" of new snow today with snowpack levels rising to 21.0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 31 inches, but can be as high as 106 inches. Weather today, sunny, with a high near 24. wind chill values as low as -9. north wind 5 to 10 mph.
Get driving directions| Snowpack Percent Normal | 60% |
| Max Recorded Snowpack | 106" |
| Snowfall Past 24 Hours | 2" |
| Snowfall Next 24 Hours | 0" |
| Snowfall Next 5 Days | 0.67" |
| Terrain Surface | NA |
| Powder Score | NA |
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About the Area
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.
Taos Ski Valley is a ski resort located in New Mexico that offers an exciting and challenging skiing experience for advanced and intermediate skiers. 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.
Regional Snowpack Conditions View more
| Location | Overnight | Snowpack | SWE |
| GALLEGOS PEAK | 0" | 13" | 2.1" |
| SOUTH COLONY | 0" | 28" | 7.2" |
| NOHRSC TRES RITOS | 0" | 3" | 0.6" |
| NORTH COSTILLA | 1" | 4" | 0" |
| NOHRSC NORTH COSTILLA | 0" | 5" | 0.4" |
| NOHRSC SANTA FE | 3" | 19" | 4" |
| NOHRSC TRINCHERA | 0" | 24" | 5.5" |
| NOHRSC MEDANO PASS | -1" | 13" | 3.2" |