📷 Brighton
North America
Brighton
Pre-season — not open yet
Last season ended May 9, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 06:01 AM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season — closed May 9
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Jun 30
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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 2026-07-14 06:01 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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Brighton
Lifts
9
Skiable area
1050 ac
Longest run
3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Runs by difficulty(66 total)
Beginner
14
21% of terrain
Intermediate
26
40% of terrain
Advanced
26
39% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair1
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
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
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Rockies & Southwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 06:01 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
16.9°C
Wind
1.8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2935m
Temp
--°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
3200m
Temp
13.4°C
Wind
1.8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Getting There
Road Conditions
6 cameras · 3 sensors nearby
No restrictions
No active chain controls or restrictions on the highways near this resort right now (UDOT). Always re-check before a winter drive. Heads up — seasonally closed nearby (scheduled, not chain control): SR-92 Alpine Loop Summit. Check the official map for opening dates.
Highway cameras near Brighton
Roadside weather sensors
SR-190 @ MP 16 Brighton
0.3 km · UDOTAbove freezing
- Road surface
- 26°C
- Air
- 18°C
- Wind
- 6 km/h
Updated 3:50 AM
Alta - Base
4.7 km · UDOTAbove freezing
- Air
- 11°C
- Wind
- 6 km/h
Updated 4:10 AM
Alta - Collins
5.3 km · UDOTAbove freezing
- Air
- 6°C
Updated 4:10 AM
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.
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 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 Jul 14, 6:01 AM
Today 24 / 103.6mm | Wed, Jul 15 19 / 83.3mm | Thu, Jul 16 20 / 92.1mm | Fri, Jul 17 21 / 1012.6mm | Sat, Jul 18 18 / 720.7mm | Sun, Jul 19 20 / 80.6mm | |||||||||||||
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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) | 0.2 | 2.6 | 0.8 | 0 | 3 | 0.3 | 0 | 1.7 | 0.4 | 0 | 8.4 | 4.2 | 0.2 | 16.5 | 4 | 0 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| Temp (°C) | 16 | 23 | 13 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 20 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 12 |
| Wind (km/h) | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 13 | 27 | 10 | 14 | 24 | 10 | 12 | 23 | 12 | 15 | 34 | 17 | 16 | 31 | 22 | 16 | 29 | 23 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3200m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
24.2°
10°
5 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
19°
8°
6 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
20.2°
8.5°
6 km/h
Fri
17
⛈️
20.9°
9.8°
9 km/h
Sat
18
⛈️
18.4°
7.3°
5 km/h
Sun
19
🌧️
19.6°
8.1°
6 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
20.2°
8.7°
4 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
20.4°
8.7°
8 km/h
Wed
22
⛈️
18.4°
8.8°
3 km/h
Thu
23
⛈️
18.5°
8.4°
4 km/h
Summit elevation (3200m) • 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 · 388cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 388cm full-season avg
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 recent upward trend. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall (522.9 cm), while 2021 and 2020 were notably below both the 5-year and 30-year averages. The most recent season's snowfall is 73% of the 5-year average and nearly matches the 30-year average at 99%, suggesting a return to longer-term norms after several variable years. Overall, recent seasons have shown increased variability with occasional extreme snowfall events.
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).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 40.4cm | 12 days | 17cm | 34cm | 11.1cm |
| December | 57.9cm | 17 days | 49cm | 74cm | 12.6cm |
| January | 61.3cm | 17 days | 83cm | 104cm | 12.9cm |
| February | 56.1cm | 17 days | 101cm | 121cm | 11.9cm |
| March | 54.2cm | 16 days | 113cm | 132cm | 10.7cm |
| April | 49.7cm | 15 days | 107cm | 125cm | 10.3cm |
| May | 22.9cm | 9 days | 60cm | 98cm | 7.1cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast 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.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
