Crested Butte ski resort

📷 Crested Butte

North America

Crested Butte

20

Fair

stable

Closed for Season — closed April 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Apr 12

today

Past 24 Hours

1.5cm

Past 48 Hours

4.3cm

Past 10 Days

11cm

14-Day Forecast

27.1cm

Snow Depth

141cm

Updated: Apr 12, 8:01 PMWeather at base: 2856m

Resort Guide

Crested Butte Mountain Resort is located in southwestern Colorado and is renowned for its authentic mountain town atmosphere and diverse terrain. The resort features over 1,500 skiable acres, including challenging extreme terrain and groomed runs suitable for all abilities. Guests enjoy a vibrant base area with dining, lodging, and family-friendly amenities, while the surrounding Elk Mountains provide a scenic backdrop and opportunities for unique alpine experiences. Crested Butte stands out for its welcoming community, historic charm, and reputation as the “last great Colorado ski town.”

Resort Info

Summit3707m
Base2856m
Vertical3055m
Lifts15
Runs121
Skiable Area1547 acres
Avg Snowfall236 inches / 599 cm
CountryUnited States

Top Après Ski

The Eldo – A legendary local bar in downtown Crested Butte, The Eldo is celebrated for its lively après-ski scene, featuring craft beers brewed on-site, live music, and a welcoming rooftop deck with mountain views that draw both skiers and locals alike.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
20
Fair
stable

Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.

Crested Butte is currently experiencing mainly clear skies with a temperature of 1°C and a solid snow depth of 141cm. With 5cm of snow falling in the past week, conditions remain favorable for skiing, and the upcoming forecast suggests an average of 21cm over the next 14 days.

AI-generated summary

This resort is closed for the season. Scores and weather data are still updated for informational purposes.

Depth

104cm depth - excellent coverage across all terrain.

Recent

No significant recent snowfall.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 08:01 PM UTC

Snow Summary

3707mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 8:09 PM

10cm
24h
27cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
10
Prev10d
0.6
Now12
0.2
M13
13.1
T14
2
W15
T16
2
F17
0.3
S18
Past
Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Colorado region

Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 08:01 PM UTC

Freezing Level

2890m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

2856m

Temp

8.6°C

Wind

13km/h

Snow Depth

20cm

14-Day Forecast

16.2cm

Mid-Mountain

3282m

Temp

5.3°C

Wind

38.6km/h

Snow Depth

--

14-Day Forecast

14.6cm

Summit

3707m

Temp

0.9°C

Wind

22.9km/h

Snow Depth

141cm

14-Day Forecast

20.5cm

Live Conditions

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3707m)

ECMWF
27.1cm
GFS
11.1cm
GEM
10.3cm
JMA
28.8cm
ICON
9.3cm
Météo-Fr
15cm
SnowSure™
16.9cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

12

❄️

1.2°

-7.1°

0.6cm

Mon

13

❄️

-1.5°

-8.2°

0.2cm

Tue

14

❄️

-4.5°

-10.9°

13.1cm

Wed

15

❄️

-3.7°

-10.5°

2cm

Thu

16

☁️

1.3°

-10.7°

Fri

17

❄️

-5.8°

-16.2°

2cm

Sat

18

❄️

-8°

-22.2°

0.3cm

Sun

19

☁️

-1.4°

-13.7°

Mon

20

3.3°

-10.1°

0.1cm

Tue

21

❄️

0.2°

-9.4°

2.3cm

Summit elevation (3707m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 08:01 PM UTC

255.5cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-28%

vs 5-Year Avg

353.8cm avg by now

-4%

vs 30-Year Avg

266.6cm avg by now

353.8cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased significantly, with the 5-year average (317.6 cm) well above the 30-year average (231.8 cm), indicating a recent upward trend. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall (457.7 cm), while other recent years have remained closer to the 5-year mean. However, the current season's snowfall is notably lower, reaching only 67% of the 5-year average and 92% of the 30-year average, marking a sharp decline from recent elevated levels. This suggests increased variability and a potential reversal of the recent upward trend.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.