📷 Black Mountain of Maine
North America
Black Mountain of Maine
Off-season
Last season ended March 28, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC · informational only
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Off-season — closed March 28
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Overview
Black Mountain of Maine is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 28, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:02 UTC.
Resort Guide
Black Mountain of Maine is located in Rumford, Maine, and features over 40 trails and glades across 1,150 vertical feet, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. The resort is known for its welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, affordable lift tickets, and extensive Nordic trail network. Key amenities include a spacious lodge, night skiing, and a tubing park, making it a versatile destination for winter recreation. Its community-oriented vibe and variety of terrain distinguish it among Maine’s ski areas.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Black Mountain of Maine
Lifts
3
Skiable area
600 ac
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Last Run Pub – This cozy and welcoming spot at the base of Black Mountain of Maine is celebrated for its relaxed après-ski atmosphere, local craft beers, hearty pub fare, and frequent live music events, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Northeast US region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC
Base
305m
Temp
21.4°C
Wind
3.8km/h
Snow Depth
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Mid-Mountain
500m
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Wind
4km/h
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Summit
695m
Temp
18.8°C
Wind
3.8km/h
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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 Black Mountain of Maine (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, 3:02 PM
Today 21 / 9 | Sat, Aug 22 20 / 8 | Sun, Aug 23 18 / 145.1mm | Mon, Aug 24 21 / 121.8mm | Tue, Aug 25 19 / 91.8mm | Wed, Aug 26 20 / 12 | |||||||||||||
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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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 2.7 | 0 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0 | 1.8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 14 | 21 | 13 | 14 | 19 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 14 | 14 | 19 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 14 |
| Wind (km/h) | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 4 | 7 | 12 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 9 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 13 | 15 | 7 | 14 | 26 | 12 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 12 | 35 | 16 | 22 | 36 | 27 | 18 | 33 | 24 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (695m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
⛅
21°
8.8°
5 km/h
Sat
22
☁️
19.9°
7.8°
14 km/h
Sun
23
🌧️
18.1°
13.9°
11 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
21.2°
11.7°
15 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
19.2°
9.4°
13 km/h
Wed
26
☁️
19.9°
11.9°
16 km/h
Thu
27
🌤️
22.8°
9.8°
10 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
21.6°
12.6°
5 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
17.9°
15.6°
7 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
19.1°
14.3°
5 km/h
Summit elevation (695m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC
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Season Total
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 148cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 183cm full-season avg
148cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Black Mountain of Maine Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 189cm with an average of 68 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 | 15.2cm | 7 days | 3cm | 12cm | 7.9cm |
| December | 37cm | 13 days | 18cm | 34cm | 12.5cm |
| January | 37.5cm | 15 days | 39cm | 57cm | 12.1cm |
| February | 39.7cm | 13 days | 56cm | 73cm | 13.5cm |
| March | 36.8cm | 12 days | 53cm | 73cm | 13.2cm |
| April | 19.3cm | 7 days | 23cm | 49cm | 9.2cm |
| May | 1.2cm | 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 26, 2026
Through Mar 28, 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 Black Mountain of Maine, ERA5 season snowfall median was 209 cm (82 in), about 12% above 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
209 cm
10 El Niño winters · 12% above median
All-season median
187 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 209 cm | 184 cm – 225 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 165 cm | 157 cm – 196 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 189 cm | 143 cm – 204 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 Black Mountain of Maine
- Where is Black Mountain of Maine?
- Black Mountain of Maine is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Black Mountain of Maine?
- Black Mountain of Maine runs from a base elevation of 305 m (1,001 ft) to a summit of 695 m (2,280 ft), giving a vertical drop of 390 m (1,280 ft).
- How big is Black Mountain of Maine?
- Black Mountain of Maine has 600 acres (243 hectares) of skiable terrain, 50 marked runs and 3 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Black Mountain of Maine?
- Black Mountain of Maine is on the Indy 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 Black Mountain of Maine?
- Black Mountain of Maine 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 Black Mountain of Maine get in a typical season?
- Black Mountain of Maine averages 120 inches / 305 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
