COLORADO SNOW REPORT

Last Updated: January 5, 2026

New snowfall across Colorado today, with Phantom Valley receiving up to 5” of new snowfall, raising snowpack levels up to 10”. Snowpack levels across the state are currently 53% of normal. The deepest snowpack in Colorado was last observed at Tower with a snowpack depth of 52”, about 89% of normal when compared to it's 58" average depth for this time of year. Bison Lake, perched at an elevation of 10,880 ft., is currently experiencing some of the coldest temps in Colorado with air temps last recorded at 29 degrees.

More snowfall is expected this week, and areas like Lost Dog are forecasted to receive up to 15" of snowfall in the next 5 days.

       

Colorado Snowpack Map

Explore real-time snowpack depths across Colorado.

Data sourced from USDA NRCS SNOTEL and NOAA Weather Models. Compiled by Snoflo.


       

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Colorado Snow Report FAQs


How often is this report updated?

Daily from SNOTEL and NOAA sources.

What are snowpack levels in Colorado like right now?

Snowpack levels across Colorado are approximately 53.0% of normal compared to previous years.

Where is it coldest in Colorado right now?

Bison Lake is experiencing frigid temperatures of 29°.

Where in Colorado will get the most snowfall this week?

Lost Dog is expected to receive up to 15" of more snowfall over the next 5 days.

Where is the most snow in Colorado today?

Currently at Tower with 52".