📷 Bretton Woods
North America
Bretton Woods
Off-season
Last season ended April 11, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC · informational only
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Off-season — closed April 11
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Overview
Bretton Woods is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended April 11, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:02 UTC.
Resort Guide
Bretton Woods is located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire and is the state's largest ski area, offering 464 acres of skiable terrain across 63 trails and 35 glades. The resort is known for its well-groomed slopes, scenic views of Mount Washington, and a welcoming atmosphere suitable for families and all ability levels. Signature experiences include night skiing, Nordic skiing, and a canopy tour, while amenities feature multiple dining options, ski and snowboard rentals, and the historic Omni Mount Washington Hotel nearby. Bretton Woods stands out for its reliable snow conditions, diverse terrain, and comprehensive guest services.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Bretton Woods
Lifts
9
Skiable area
464 ac
Longest run
3.2 km / 2 mi
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Slopeside Pub & Restaurant – Located at the Bretton Woods base lodge, this popular après-ski spot is known for its cozy atmosphere, scenic mountain views, and a welcoming environment where skiers gather for craft beers, hearty fare, and live entertainment 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
488m
Temp
19.9°C
Wind
6.6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Mid-Mountain
717m
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Wind
7km/h
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Summit
945m
Temp
16.9°C
Wind
6.6km/h
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Live Conditions
Bretton Woods Webcams
Bretton Woods / EarthCam; Mount Washington Observatory
Bretton Woods / EarthCam; Mount Washington Observatory
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 Bretton Woods (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 19 / 8 | Sat, Aug 22 19 / 7 | Sun, Aug 23 20 / 122.1mm | Mon, Aug 24 19 / 92.7mm | Tue, Aug 25 15 / 97.8mm | Wed, Aug 26 17 / 103.9mm | |||||||||||||
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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 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0 | 2.7 | 0 | 1.5 | 3.6 | 2.7 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Temp (°C) | 13 | 19 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 14 | 13 | 18 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 12 |
| Wind (km/h) | 3 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 10 | 7 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 13 | 25 | 9 | 22 | 33 | 20 | 19 | 29 | 22 | 19 | 42 | 22 | 37 | 41 | 33 | 23 | 32 | 29 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (945m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
☀️
19.4°
8.4°
9 km/h
Sat
22
☁️
18.9°
7.4°
13 km/h
Sun
23
🌧️
20.1°
12.3°
12 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
19.2°
9.1°
13 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
15°
9.4°
13 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
16.6°
10.3°
12 km/h
Thu
27
🌤️
21.4°
9.4°
8 km/h
Fri
28
🌦️
21.8°
12.7°
7 km/h
Sat
29
🌦️
22.4°
14.2°
5 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
17.2°
13°
6 km/h
Summit elevation (945m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 271cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 242cm full-season avg
271cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Bretton Woods Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 265cm with an average of 111 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 | 30.8cm | 14 days | 6cm | 17cm | 10.1cm |
| December | 47.7cm | 20 days | 25cm | 41cm | 12.4cm |
| January | 46.2cm | 21 days | 49cm | 67cm | 11.7cm |
| February | 46.6cm | 19 days | 69cm | 85cm | 13.1cm |
| March | 47cm | 18 days | 69cm | 88cm | 13.9cm |
| April | 31.4cm | 12 days | 38cm | 66cm | 10.4cm |
| May | 5.6cm | 2 days | 2cm | 15cm | 4.8cm |
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 14, 2026
Through Apr 11, 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 Bretton Woods, ERA5 season snowfall median was 262 cm (103 in), about 2% 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
262 cm
10 El Niño winters · 2% below median
All-season median
269 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 262 cm | 238 cm – 329 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 275 cm | 212 cm – 308 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 262 cm | 212 cm – 304 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 Bretton Woods
- Where is Bretton Woods?
- Bretton Woods is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Bretton Woods?
- Bretton Woods runs from a base elevation of 488 m (1,601 ft) to a summit of 945 m (3,100 ft), giving a vertical drop of 457 m (1,499 ft).
- How big is Bretton Woods?
- Bretton Woods has 464 acres (188 hectares) of skiable terrain, 63 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Bretton Woods?
- Bretton Woods is on the Ikon 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 Bretton Woods?
- Bretton Woods typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Bretton Woods get in a typical season?
- Bretton Woods averages 200 inches / 508 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
