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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Brighton

North America

Brighton

Off-season

Last season ended May 9, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:01 AM UTC · informational only

Off-season — closed May 9

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Updated: Aug 28, 9:01 AM•Weather at base: 2669m

Overview

Brighton is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended May 9, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:01 UTC.

Resort Guide

Brighton Resort is located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, and is renowned for its high annual snowfall and varied terrain suitable for all skill levels. The resort features over 1,000 skiable acres, four high-speed quads, and extensive night skiing, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and avid skiers alike. Signature experiences include abundant powder, tree skiing, and a laid-back mountain environment, with amenities such as ski and snowboard schools, equipment rentals, and multiple dining options. Brighton stands out for its accessible terrain, reliable snow conditions, and a reputation as a local favorite for both day and night skiing.

Resort Info

Summit3200m
Base2669m
Vertical531m
Lifts9
Runs66
Skiable Area1050 acres
Average snowfall500 inches / 1270 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Last season endedMay 9, 2026
Projected openingDecember 4, 2026

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Molly Green's – A cozy slopeside bar and grill located in a historic A-frame at the base of Brighton Resort, Molly Green's is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty après-ski fare, craft beers, and stunning mountain views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

3200mECMWF Model

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Utah region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:01 AM UTC

Depth by source

every reading we have
  • SNOTELBase 0cm

The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

2669m

Temp

12°C

Wind

1.8km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Brighton El Niño rank & forecast

Brighton ranks #85 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +9% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#85 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +9% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Brighton averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Brighton sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -4%, '15-16 -26%, '23-24 +58%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −4%'15-16 −26%'23-24 +58%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Brighton Webcam

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Brighton Resort / HD Relay

1 webcam • Click to expand

Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily 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 Brighton (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 28, 9:01 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
19 / 71.9mm
Sat, Aug 29
11 / 510.5mm
Sun, Aug 30
13 / 35.8mm
Mon, Aug 31
14 / 43.6mm
Tue, Sep 1
15 / 20.3mm
Wed, Sep 2
16 / 1
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)001.93.15.51.91.222.60.22.11.300.30000
Temp (°C)1018971076136613661466156
Wind (km/h)6175594593410361756177
Gusts (km/h)225323294521243316193930295535334537

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3200m)

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Today

28

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19°

7.2°

19 km/h

Sat

29

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11.1°

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11 km/h

Sun

30

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13.3°

2.9°

12 km/h

Mon

31

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13.6°

3.5°

11 km/h

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14.8°

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19 km/h

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17.2°

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8.2°

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14.5°

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11 km/h

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14.2°

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6 km/h

Summit elevation (3200m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Utah Avalanche Center

Watch for signs of unstable snow such as recent avalanches, cracking in the snow, and audible collapsing. Avoid traveling on or under similar slopes.

Read the official bulletin ↗

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Getting There

Drive times & access

Last updated 9:45 AM

6 cameras · 3 sensors nearby

Official map ↗

Drive conditions

Quiet — No winter restrictions — typical off-season pavement

No chain controls or closures on the highways SnowSure watches near Brighton. Nearest roadside sensor (SR-190 @ MP 16 Brighton, 0.3 km): Above freezing, air 15°C. Late-season / summer readings are not a winter forecast. The resort road status and the official DOT map are authoritative — re-check before you drive.

SnowSure take from the live sensors. Not the resort's road status.

Roadside weather sensors

SR-190 @ MP 16 Brighton

0.3 km · UDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
16°C
Air
15°C
Wind
4 km/h

Updated 9:30 AM

Alta - Base

4.7 km · UDOT

Above freezing

Air
11°C
Wind
6 km/h

Updated 4:10 AM

Alta - Collins

5.3 km · UDOT

Above freezing

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6°C

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Highway cameras near Brighton

Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Brighton / MP 16.07, BTN road camera
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Brighton / MP 16.07, BTN0.2 km · UDOT
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Solitude / MP 14.53, SL road camera
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Solitude / MP 14.53, SL2.2 km · UDOT
Little Cottonwood Rd / SR-210 WB @ Alta / MP 12.16, ALT road camera
Little Cottonwood Rd / SR-210 WB @ Alta / MP 12.16, ALT4.4 km · UDOT
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Silver Fork / MP 12.54, SL road camera
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Silver Fork / MP 12.54, SL5 km · UDOT
Little Cottonwood Rd / SR-210 EB @ Alta Bypass / MP 10.95, SL road camera
Little Cottonwood Rd / SR-210 EB @ Alta Bypass / MP 10.95, SL6.2 km · UDOT
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Cardiff Fork / MP 10.74, SL road camera
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd / SR-190 @ Cardiff Fork / MP 10.74, SL7.8 km · UDOT

Live highway sensors & cameras within ~30–40 km, via UDOT. Conditions on the drive, not the mountain — the resort's own road status is authoritative. Always re-check before a winter drive.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:01 AM UTC

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Off-season · 388cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 308cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~318.2 cm. That's 18% below the 5-year average (388 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 3% above the 30-year average (308 cm).

Brighton Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 376cm with an average of 114 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November40.4cm12 days17cm34cm11.1cm
December57.9cm17 days49cm74cm12.6cm
January61.3cm17 days83cm104cm12.9cm
February56.1cm17 days101cm121cm11.9cm
March54.2cm16 days113cm132cm10.7cm
April49.7cm15 days107cm125cm10.3cm
May22.9cm9 days60cm98cm7.1cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

1 tracked season

Last completed season(2025-26)

129 days

Dec 5, 2025 → Apr 12, 2026

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 4, 2026

Through May 9, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Brighton, ERA5 season snowfall median was 325 cm (128 in), about 5% 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

325 cm

10 El Niño winters · 5% below median

All-season median

342 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10325 cm277 cm – 390 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12342 cm306 cm – 439 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8377 cm270 cm – 482 cm2025, 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.

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Frequently asked questions about Brighton

Where is Brighton?
Brighton is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Brighton?
Brighton runs from a base elevation of 2,669 m (8,757 ft) to a summit of 3,200 m (10,499 ft), giving a vertical drop of 531 m (1,742 ft).
How big is Brighton?
Brighton has 1,050 acres (425 hectares) of skiable terrain, 66 marked runs and 9 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Brighton?
Brighton 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 Brighton?
Brighton typically operates from December to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Brighton get in a typical season?
Brighton averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Brighton in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #85 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Brighton averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Brighton sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -4%, '15-16 -26%, '23-24 +58%. A pattern, not a promise.