📷 Alyeska Resort
North America
Alyeska Resort
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 22, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 06:01 AM UTC · informational only
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Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Jun 30
14d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
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14-Day Forecast
4.3cm
Snow Depth
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Powder Days
10
2026–27 season
Overview
Alyeska Resort is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 22, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~4 cm (1.6 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 06:01 UTC.
Resort Guide
Alyeska Resort is located in Girdwood, Alaska, surrounded by the Chugach Mountains and offering over 1,600 skiable acres with a vertical rise of 2,500 feet. The resort features diverse terrain for all abilities, a modern aerial tram, and panoramic views of Turnagain Arm and surrounding glaciers. Signature experiences include night skiing, heli-skiing, and access to Nordic trails, while amenities range from a full-service hotel and spa to multiple dining options. Alyeska stands out for its unique northern location, abundant snowfall, and dramatic Alaskan scenery.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Alyeska Resort
Lifts
7
Skiable area
1610 ac
Longest run
4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Runs by difficulty(76 total)
Beginner
8
11% of terrain
Intermediate
40
52% of terrain
Advanced
28
37% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair2
- Double chair1
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Sitzmark Bar & Grill – A legendary après-ski spot at Alyeska Resort, the Sitzmark is celebrated for its laid-back mountain vibe, live music events, hearty pub fare, and welcoming atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for post-ski relaxation and entertainment.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Alaska region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 06:01 AM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- SNOTELMid 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
76m
Temp
9.2°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
1cm
Mid-Mountain
639m
Temp
--°C
Wind
6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
4.3cm
Summit
1201m
Temp
1.9°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
4.2cm
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 Alyeska Resort (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 Jul 14, 6:01 AM
Today 2 / 016.1cm28.6mm | Wed, Jul 15 5 / 02.1cm7.5mm | Thu, Jul 16 3 / 03.9cm9.9mm | Fri, Jul 17 2 / -11.7cm7.5mm | Sat, Jul 18 5 / -13mm | Sun, Jul 19 4 / 14.7mm | |||||||||||||
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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) | 8.5 | 4.6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1.1 | 0 | 0.1 | 3.8 | 1 | 0 | 0.7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 12.2 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 3.2 | 0.2 | 4.3 | 5.4 | 1.5 | 2.3 | 3.7 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 2 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 3.4 |
| Temp (°C) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Wind (km/h) | 6 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 38 | 43 | 43 | 13 | 13 | 21 | 19 | 28 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 27 | 30 | 27 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1201m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
❄️
1.7°
-0.3°
2.9cm
10 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
4.9°
0.4°
0.1cm
7 km/h
Thu
16
❄️
2.6°
-0.4°
0.2cm
6 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
2.4°
-0.6°
0.1cm
6 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
5.3°
-0.8°
6 km/h
Sun
19
🌧️
4.1°
1.3°
8 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
10.7°
2.9°
7 km/h
Tue
21
☁️
12°
2.9°
6 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
5.7°
2.5°
6 km/h
Thu
23
🌧️
5.5°
1.3°
4 km/h
Summit elevation (1201m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 06:01 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 787cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 787cm full-season avg
787cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Recent snowfall has declined compared to long-term patterns, with the 5-year average (777.0 cm) falling below the 30-year average (856.3 cm), indicating a downward trend. The current season's snowfall is particularly low, reaching only 68% of the 5-year average and 61% of the 30-year average, marking a significant anomaly. While there was a brief rebound in 2020 and 2024, the overall pattern over the past five years reflects reduced snowfall and increased variability relative to historical norms.
Alyeska Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 1249cm with an average of 178 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 173.8cm | 21 days | 140cm | 190cm | 29.9cm |
| December | 203.8cm | 24 days | 224cm | 273cm | 38cm |
| January | 184.9cm | 21 days | 289cm | 331cm | 31.5cm |
| February | 161.4cm | 20 days | 340cm | 374cm | 29.8cm |
| March | 124.6cm | 19 days | 369cm | 399cm | 23.6cm |
| April | 128.2cm | 20 days | 385cm | 414cm | 24cm |
| May | 77.3cm | 15 days | 352cm | 391cm | 20.3cm |
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 Nov 22, 2026
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.
