📷 Alta
North America
Alta
Closed for the season
Season ended April 25, 2027
Conditions data updated Thu, May 28, 06:01 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season — closed April 25
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
May 21
7d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
14.7cm
14-Day Forecast
0.1cm
Snow Depth
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Overview
Alta is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season as of April 25, 2027. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 12/100 (Limited). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~3 cm (1.2 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-05-28 18:01 UTC.
Resort Guide
Alta is a historic ski resort located in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, renowned for its deep powder snow and skier-only slopes. The resort features over 2,600 skiable acres, a relaxed and authentic mountain atmosphere, and terrain that caters to both advanced and intermediate skiers. Signature experiences include abundant natural snowfall, scenic alpine vistas, and a focus on traditional skiing without snowboarders. Key amenities include multiple lodges, on-mountain dining, and convenient access to Salt Lake City.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
The Peruvian Bar – Known for its laid-back, welcoming vibe and classic ski lodge atmosphere, this iconic après-ski spot at the Alta Peruvian Lodge is celebrated for its affordable drinks, friendly crowd, and legendary popcorn machine, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Not operating — season has ended
Closed April 25, 2027
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
120cm depth - excellent coverage across all terrain.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Closed for the season · Data updated Thu, May 28, 06:01 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated May 28, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Utah region
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, May 28, 06:01 PM UTC
Freezing Level
2440m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
2600m
Temp
16.7°C
Wind
19.6km/h
Snow Depth
198cm
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
Mid-Mountain
2987m
Temp
14.2°C
Wind
19.6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
1.2cm
Summit
3374m
Temp
11.7°C
Wind
19.6km/h
Snow Depth
198cm
14-Day Forecast
2.9cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3374m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
28
🌧️
12.9°
2.9°
Fri
29
🌧️
9.9°
0.3°
0.1cm
Sat
30
🌧️
5.9°
-2.4°
Sun
31
🌧️
6.8°
-3°
Mon
1
🌤️
11.6°
-1.5°
Tue
2
☁️
15.3°
3.2°
Wed
3
☁️
18.4°
5.3°
Thu
4
🌧️
11.3°
3.8°
Fri
5
☀️
14.3°
0.4°
Sat
6
🌤️
18.9°
5.7°
Summit elevation (3374m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, May 28, 06:01 PM UTC
374.5cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-3%
vs 5-Year Avg
388cm avg by now
-3%
vs 30-Year Avg
388cm avg by now
388cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has been significantly higher than the 30-year average, indicating a notable upward trend. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall (522.9 cm), while 2020 and 2021 saw much lower totals, highlighting considerable year-to-year variability. The current season's snowfall is 73% of the recent 5-year average but still 14% above the long-term 30-year average, suggesting a return toward historical norms after several high-snowfall years.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026-27)
141 days
Dec 6, 2026 → Apr 25, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
