Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Snowpack levels across the state are currently 39% of normal. The deepest snowpack in California was last observed at Nohrsc Peterson Flat with a snowpack depth of 98”, about 254% of normal when compared to it's 39" average depth for this time of year. California braces for a significant winter blast with forecasts predicting up to 40 inches of snow in some areas, posing severe travel challenges. While recent snowfall has been modest, the impending snowstorm promises to bolster snowpack depths, currently peaking at 17 inches, with the heaviest impact expected in Northern California.
Explore real-time snowpack depths across California.
Residents across California are urged to prepare for a series of potentially dangerous natural events. The National Weather Service has issued High Wind Watches for multiple regions, including Mendocino and Lake Counties, the Bay Area, Central Siskiyou, and Modoc County, warning of southeast winds with gusts up to 80 mph which could lead to downed trees, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles. Concurrently, Winter Storm Watches warn of heavy snow accumulations, affecting areas above 4500 feet in Siskiyou County, parts of Modoc County, central California regions, and Yosemite National Park outside of the valley, with potential for treacherous road conditions and significant travel disruptions. Flood watches are also in place for parts of Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and Malibu due to expected heavy rains. Citizens are advised to exercise extreme caution, prepare for potential power outages, and postpone travel plans if possible to avoid the risks associated with these severe weather conditions.
Alpine Meadows Ski Area
39"
Alta Sierra At Shirley Meadows
15"
Badger Pass Ski Area
0"
Bear Mountain
0"
Bear Mountain Resort
0"
Bear Valley Mountain Resort
62"
Boreal Mountain Resort
55"
Buckhorn Ski Club
0"
China Peak (Sierra Summit)
14"
Cuyamaca Peak
0"
Dodge Ridge Ski Area
51"
Donner Ski Ranch
55"
Granlibakken Ski Resort
39"
Homewood Mountain Resort
39"
June Mountain
33"
Kirkwood
61"
Mammoth Mountain
33"
Mount Baldy
0"
Mountain High Resort
0"
Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts
0"
Mt. Waterman
0"
Northstar
28"
Sierra At Tahoe
48"
Snow Summit Mountain Resort
0"
Snow Valley Ski Resort
0"
Soda Springs
55"
Squaw Valley
51"
Sugar Bowl Resort
28"
Sunrise
0"
Tahoe Donner
55"
Trinity Mountain Resort
0"
Daily from SNOTEL and NOAA sources.
Snowpack levels across California are approximately 39.0% of normal compared to previous years.
Sand Flat is experiencing frigid temperatures of 32°.
Nohrsc Css Lab is expected to receive up to 138" of more snowfall over the next 5 days.
Currently at Nohrsc Peterson Flat with 98".