📷 Alpine Valley
North America
Alpine Valley
Off-season
Last season ended March 7, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 05:01 PM UTC · informational only
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Off-season — closed March 7
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Overview
Alpine Valley is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 7, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 17:01 UTC.
Resort Guide
Alpine Valley Resort is located in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, and features a ski area with a variety of trails suitable for all skill levels, complemented by a terrain park and a dedicated ski and ride school. The resort offers 110 hotel rooms just steps from the slopes, multiple dining options, and amenities such as equipment rentals and group programs. Known for its approachable atmosphere and year-round activities, Alpine Valley stands out for its convenient on-site lodging, diverse winter and summer recreation, and family-friendly environment.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Alpine Valley
Lifts
18
Skiable area
100 ac
Longest run
0.91 km / 0.57 mi
Runs by difficulty(21 total)
Beginner
7
33% of terrain
Intermediate
7
34% of terrain
Advanced
7
33% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Quad chair1
- Double chair1
- Surface lift5
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
The Hornblower – A popular après-ski bar at Alpine Valley, The Hornblower is known for its welcoming atmosphere, live music, and signature drinks, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
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
384m
Temp
22°C
Wind
18.6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Mid-Mountain
421m
Temp
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Wind
20km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
457m
Temp
21.5°C
Wind
18.6km/h
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14-Day Forecast
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Live Conditions
Alpine Valley Webcam
Alpine Valley Resort / Vail Resorts
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 Alpine Valley (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 22 / 152.1mm | Sat, Aug 22 23 / 153.3mm | Sun, Aug 23 21 / 13 | Mon, Aug 24 21 / 12 | Tue, Aug 25 23 / 13 | Wed, Aug 26 26 / 163.3mm | |||||||||||||
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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) | 0.2 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 2.3 |
| Temp (°C) | 18 | 22 | 18 | 18 | 22 | 17 | 15 | 21 | 15 | 15 | 21 | 15 | 17 | 22 | 16 | 19 | 24 | 18 |
| Wind (km/h) | 14 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 17 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 14 | 9 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 25 | 36 | 16 | 26 | 39 | 19 | 21 | 34 | 16 | 11 | 15 | 10 | 19 | 31 | 24 | 33 | 43 | 32 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (457m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
21.8°
14.9°
19 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
22.6°
15.1°
20 km/h
Sun
23
⛅
21.1°
12.6°
18 km/h
Mon
24
🌤️
21.4°
11.8°
9 km/h
Tue
25
☁️
22.8°
12.8°
8 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
25.5°
16.3°
16 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
25.9°
17.8°
14 km/h
Fri
28
⛅
23.4°
15.8°
11 km/h
Sat
29
☁️
23.8°
14.3°
6 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
22.4°
16.5°
10 km/h
Summit elevation (457m) • 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 · 69cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 78cm full-season avg
69cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Alpine Valley Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 81cm with an average of 50 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 | 5.5cm | 4 days | 1cm | 5cm | 3.4cm |
| December | 19.1cm | 11 days | 6cm | 13cm | 6.8cm |
| January | 20.3cm | 13 days | 11cm | 19cm | 6.7cm |
| February | 17.3cm | 11 days | 11cm | 20cm | 6.5cm |
| March | 11.9cm | 7 days | 4cm | 14cm | 6cm |
| April | 5.7cm | 3 days | 0cm | 5cm | 4cm |
| May | 0.1cm | 0 days | 0cm | 1cm | 0.3cm |
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 19, 2026
Through Mar 7, 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 Alpine Valley, ERA5 season snowfall median was 82 cm (32 in), about 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
82 cm
10 El Niño winters · ≈ long-term median
All-season median
82 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 82 cm | 67 cm – 91 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 88 cm | 63 cm – 106 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 69 cm | 56 cm – 93 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 Alpine Valley
- Where is Alpine Valley?
- Alpine Valley is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Alpine Valley?
- Alpine Valley runs from a base elevation of 384 m (1,260 ft) to a summit of 457 m (1,499 ft), giving a vertical drop of 73 m (240 ft).
- How big is Alpine Valley?
- Alpine Valley has 100 acres (40 hectares) of skiable terrain, 21 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Alpine Valley?
- Alpine Valley 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 Alpine Valley?
- Alpine Valley 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 Alpine Valley get in a typical season?
- Alpine Valley averages 28 inches / 71 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
