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Tier C — ENSO-proof

📷 Copper Mountain

North America

Copper Mountain

Closed for the season

Season ended April 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 08:02 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 8:02 AM•Weather at base: 2960m

Overview

Copper Mountain is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 12, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 08:02 UTC.

Resort Guide

Copper Mountain is a ski resort located in Summit County, Colorado, offering over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain with naturally divided areas suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a vibrant village atmosphere, a variety of dining and lodging options, and signature experiences such as Woodward Copper, an action sports training facility. Key amenities include multiple base areas, a tubing hill, and extensive lift infrastructure. Copper Mountain stands out for its diverse terrain, family-friendly environment, and convenient access from Denver.

Resort Info

Summit3784m
Base2960m
Vertical824m
Lifts24
Runs150
Skiable Area2507 acres
Average snowfall314 inches / 798 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedApril 12, 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

Ten Mile Tavern – A popular après-ski spot in Copper Mountain’s Center Village, Ten Mile Tavern is known for its extensive craft beer selection, hearty comfort food, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

3784mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 8:02 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Rockies & Southwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 08:02 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

2960m

Temp

8.1°C

Wind

5.4km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Copper Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Copper Mountain ranks #230 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier C, −1% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier C — ENSO-proof: Strong El Niño winters looked like a normal year here — within about ±3% of this resort’s own 30-year snowfall average. Not a jackpot, not a bust: a hedge if you’re planning around El Niño.

#230 of 488Tier C — ENSO-proof

Strong-event signal: −1% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Copper Mountain averaged -1% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. El Niño has historically made little difference here — this is an ENSO-proof mountain, for winter 2026-27 as in past events. Analog winters: '97-98 -9%, '15-16 +6%, '23-24 0%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −10%'15-16 +6%'23-24 0%

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

Copper Mountain Webcams

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Snow Stake Cam

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1 snow stake cam • Click to expand

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Colorado Avalanche Information 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

Road Conditions

No update in 28 min

3 sensors nearby

Official map ↗

No restrictions

No active chain controls or restrictions on the highways near this resort right now (CDOT). Always re-check before a winter drive.

Roadside weather sensors

I-70 195.85 Westbound : 0.6 miles E of CO 91 Copper Mountain

1.5 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
13°C
Air
8°C
Wind
12 km/h

Updated 8:05 AM

I-70 190.10 Eastbound at Vail Pass Summit

6.4 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
13°C
Air
6°C
Wind
4 km/h
Precip
no precipitation

Updated 8:03 AM

I-70 199.60 Westbound : 1.3 mile West of Main Street Frisco

7 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
15°C
Air
11°C
Wind
7 km/h

Updated 8:06 AM

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

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 Copper Mountain (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, 8:02 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
16 / 11.8mm
Sat, Aug 29
16 / 14.6mm
Sun, Aug 30
13 / 13.1mm
Mon, Aug 31
12 / 15.2mm
Tue, Sep 1
13 / -10.6mm
Wed, Sep 2
13 / -10.3mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)01.40.400.54.10.61.511.42.71.10.20.400.20.10
Temp (°C)81458155612449341235134
Wind (km/h)71359177715546571568157
Gusts (km/h)214618314927304618153526253831304530

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3784m)

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10-Day Forecast

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15.9°

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30

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12.8°

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17 km/h

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31

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12.3°

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8 km/h

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13.2°

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Summit elevation (3784m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 08:02 AM UTC

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Off-season · 199cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 248cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~125.4 cm. That's 37% below the 5-year average (199 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 49% below the 30-year average (248 cm).

Copper Mountain Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 329cm with an average of 142 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
November32.1cm14 days20cm35cm7.8cm
December38.5cm18 days45cm62cm8cm
January39.9cm18 days70cm87cm7.6cm
February40.5cm19 days89cm104cm7.6cm
March44.8cm19 days99cm115cm8.4cm
April55cm19 days104cm121cm10.5cm
May33.9cm14 days89cm115cm9.2cm

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)

157 days

Nov 7, 2025 → Apr 12, 2026

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 8, 2026

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 Copper Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 348 cm (137 in), about 5% 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

348 cm

10 El Niño winters · 5% above median

All-season median

332 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10348 cm333 cm – 365 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12318 cm299 cm – 355 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8312 cm268 cm – 354 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 Copper Mountain

Where is Copper Mountain?
Copper Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Copper Mountain?
Copper Mountain runs from a base elevation of 2,960 m (9,711 ft) to a summit of 3,784 m (12,415 ft), giving a vertical drop of 824 m (2,703 ft).
How big is Copper Mountain?
Copper Mountain has 2,507 acres (1,015 hectares) of skiable terrain, 150 marked runs and 24 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Copper Mountain?
Copper Mountain 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 Copper Mountain?
Copper Mountain 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 Copper Mountain get in a typical season?
Copper Mountain averages 314 inches / 798 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Copper Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #230 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier C · strong-event signal -1% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Copper Mountain averaged -1% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. El Niño has historically made little difference here — this is an ENSO-proof mountain, for winter 2026-27 as in past events. Analog winters: '97-98 -9%, '15-16 +6%, '23-24 0%. A pattern, not a promise.