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Thunder Ridge snow report

Connecticut, United States Putnam Lake
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Thunder Ridge -- Connecticut ski resort
Thunder Ridge Connecticut · Putnam Lake
About this resort

Thunder Ridge

Thunder Ridge ski resort, located in Patterson, New York, is a popular ski destination with 22 trails for all skill levels. The resort's best trails are the expert-level Thunderbolt and the intermediate-level Ridge Run. An interesting fact about Thunder Ridge is that it was originally a downhill ski racing training facility, and it hosted the first US Ski Association-sanctioned race in New York State in 1968. For beginners, the resort offers a dedicated learning area with gentle slopes and a magic carpet lift. The best après-ski bar is The Lodge, which offers a cozy and festive atmosphere with a fireplace, live music, and a variety of drinks and food.

Terrain mix: The Thunder Ridge Ski Resort in New York is located in the Taconic Mountains, which are a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains. The resort is situated on a ridge known as Thunder Ridge, which is the highest point in Dutchess County.

Some of the notable features of Thunder Ridge Ski Resort include its diverse terrain, with slopes ranging from beginner to expert levels. The resort also offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, making it a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts.

Overall, Thunder Ridge Ski Resort is known for its challenging runs, stunning scenery, and convenient location near New York City, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts in the region.

StateConnecticut
LocationPutnam Lake
Detailed forecast

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Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.

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Next 5 days, hour by hour

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5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & snow

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS ALY.

363 FXUS61 KALY 270607 AFDALY Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Albany NY 207 AM EDT Sat Jun 27 2026 .WHAT HAS CHANGED... No significant changes were made with this update. && .KEY MESSAGES... 1) Temperatures will trend well above normal for next week with increasing humidity. This will increase the potential for heat related impacts. Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are possible next week as well. && .DISCUSSION... KEY MESSAGE 1... Following a warm weekend with some isolated to widely scattered showers and non-severe thunderstorms both days, an upper level ridge will build across the eastern CONUS for much of next week with the crest of the ridge to the west over the Ohio Valley and upper Great Lakes. Nonetheless, a warmup is expected across the region as 850 hPa temperatures increase to +17 to +20C (about +2 to +2.5 STDEV). This will likely lead to high temperatures in the 80s to near 90 on Monday and the mid-80s to at least low if not locally mid-90s Tuesday through the end of the week. In addition, Gulf moisture advecting into the region will increase humidity levels with dewpoints rising into the 60s and possibly lower 70s beginning on Tuesday. The combination of the higher humidity and very warm to hot temps will likely lead to heat index values (feels- like temperatures) reaching at least heat advisory criteria for multiple days (95F or higher), especially for valley areas. The experimental NWS HeatRisk places most of eastern New York and western New England in the moderate to major risk for heat- related impacts beginning on Wednesday. With the high humidity, there will be little relief each night with lows in the mid-60s to lower 70s. The ridge may begin to break down heading into the July 4th weekend. Being on the northeastern periphery of the ridge, multiple shortwaves may pass over the ridge (`ridge rollers`) which could bring opportunities for showers and thunderstorms at times. Trends will be monitored for possible stronger storms, especially if they pass through during times of peak heating. While the passage of storms will help ease the heat for a short time, the high humidity will remain regardless. Timing and track of each shortwave remains uncertain and we will continue to monitor trends over the next several days. && .AVIATION /06Z SATURDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY/... Through 06z/Sun...Latest satellite imagery shows a fairly widespread area of high clouds over the region. This should maintain VFR conditions at KALB/KPSF/KPOU with fog becoming less likely in these areas, even if clouds begin to thin. At KGFL, patchy fog has already formed and will likely continue to bring variable vsbys from MVFR to LIFR until 12z/Sat. Thereafter, VFR conditions are expected at all sites through Saturday evening with a few fair weather cumulus and passing cirrus clouds. Some light showers may pass near or just south of KPOU Saturday afternoon so included VCSH there but not expecting any flight category reductions. Some patchy fog may begin to form prior to 06z/Sun, mainly at KGFL, but will address at the next TAF update. Winds will be light and variable through the upcoming period. Outlook... Sunday Night: No Operational Impact. Patchy FG. Monday: No Operational Impact. NO SIG WX. Monday Night: No Operational Impact. NO SIG WX. Tuesday: Moderate Operational Impact. Chance of SHRA...TSRA. Tuesday Night: Moderate Operational Impact. Chance of SHRA...TSRA. Wednesday: Low Operational Impact. Slight Chance of SHRA...TSRA. Wednesday Night: Low Operational Impact. Slight Chance of SHRA...TSRA. Thursday: Low Operational Impact. Breezy. NO SIG WX. && .CLIMATE... Current Record High Temperatures July 1: Albany: 99 (1913) Glens Falls: 100 (1913) Poughkeepsie: 99 (1933) July 2: Albany: 98 (1966, 1901) Glens Falls: 96 (1911, 1901) Poughkeepsie: 97 (1966) July 3: Albany: 102 (1911) Glens Falls: 101 (1911) Poughkeepsie: 103 (1966) && .ALY WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... CT...None. NY...None. MA...None. VT...None. && $$ DISCUSSION...33 AVIATION...33 CLIMATE...33

Mountain & avalanche safety

Know before you go
Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
Carry the gear, know how to use it
Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
Mind the weather window
Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
Respect closed terrain
Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.

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Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Thunder Ridge reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.

FAQ

About Thunder Ridge

Where does the snow data for Thunder Ridge come from?

Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.

How often is the snow report updated?

Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.

What's the elevation at Thunder Ridge?

See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.

How is "% of normal" calculated?

Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.

What ski resorts are near Thunder Ridge?

See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.

Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?

Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.

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