📷 Afton Alps
North America
Afton Alps
Off-season
Last season ended March 21, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 05:01 PM UTC · informational only
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Off-season — closed March 21
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Overview
Afton Alps is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 21, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 17:01 UTC.
Resort Guide
Afton Alps is located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley near Hastings, Minnesota, and features over 300 acres of skiable terrain with 50 trails and 18 chairlifts. The resort offers a welcoming atmosphere for families and skiers of all abilities, with dedicated learning areas, terrain parks, and night skiing. Signature experiences include extensive snowmaking, a variety of dining options, and a full-service rental and repair shop, making it a convenient and accessible destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Afton Alps
Lifts
18
Skiable area
300 ac
Longest run
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Runs by difficulty(50 total)
Beginner
13
25% of terrain
Intermediate
25
50% of terrain
Advanced
12
25% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair2
- Double chair14
- Surface lift4
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Alpine Valley Chalet – Known for its cozy atmosphere and panoramic views, this popular après-ski spot at Afton Alps offers a welcoming environment to unwind with drinks and comfort food after a day on the slopes, often featuring live music and social events.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Great Lakes & Midwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 05:01 PM UTC
Base
100m
Temp
23.3°C
Wind
16.4km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Mid-Mountain
157m
Temp
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Wind
18km/h
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
213m
Temp
22.6°C
Wind
16.4km/h
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Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For Afton Alps (rockies), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 21, 5:01 PM
Today 27 / 1814.9mm | Sat, Aug 22 26 / 17 | Sun, Aug 23 24 / 14 | Mon, Aug 24 26 / 13 | Tue, Aug 25 29 / 181mm | Wed, Aug 26 28 / 181.1mm | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0.1 | 0.2 | 14.6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.5 | 0.6 |
| Temp (°C) | 20 | 25 | 21 | 19 | 25 | 20 | 17 | 23 | 18 | 17 | 25 | 18 | 21 | 27 | 22 | 21 | 28 | 21 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 16 | 7 | 13 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 16 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 7 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 22 | 33 | 25 | 25 | 33 | 19 | 13 | 19 | 12 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 31 | 43 | 37 | 26 | 42 | 38 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (213m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
⛈️
26.5°
18.4°
17 km/h
Sat
22
☀️
25.6°
17.4°
17 km/h
Sun
23
🌤️
24°
13.9°
8 km/h
Mon
24
⛅
25.7°
13.4°
14 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
28.5°
18.3°
18 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
28.1°
18°
18 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
25.8°
17.3°
15 km/h
Fri
28
⛅
26.6°
15.9°
9 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
27.2°
18.2°
17 km/h
Sun
30
⛈️
24.3°
20.2°
16 km/h
Summit elevation (213m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 05:01 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 76cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 86cm full-season avg
76cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Afton Alps Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 91cm with an average of 55 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 10.7cm | 7 days | 2cm | 7cm | 5.3cm |
| December | 19.6cm | 12 days | 10cm | 17cm | 7cm |
| January | 15.8cm | 12 days | 17cm | 24cm | 4.8cm |
| February | 16.7cm | 10 days | 19cm | 27cm | 6.2cm |
| March | 17.9cm | 8 days | 11cm | 24cm | 8.8cm |
| April | 8.4cm | 5 days | 1cm | 8cm | 4.4cm |
| May | 0.6cm | 0 days | 0cm | 7cm | 3cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 4, 2026
Through Mar 21, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at Afton Alps, ERA5 season snowfall median was 74 cm (29 in), about 8% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.
Prevailing ONI
El Niño
MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C
Analog season median
74 cm
10 El Niño winters · 8% below median
All-season median
80 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 74 cm | 65 cm – 79 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 85 cm | 72 cm – 114 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 107 cm | 92 cm – 118 cm | 2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003 |
Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Afton Alps
- Where is Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps runs from a base elevation of 100 m (328 ft) to a summit of 213 m (699 ft), giving a vertical drop of 113 m (371 ft).
- How big is Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps has 300 acres (121 hectares) of skiable terrain, 50 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Afton Alps get in a typical season?
- Afton Alps averages 55 inches / 140 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
