📷 Kirkwood
North America
Kirkwood
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Last Snowfall
Feb 26
todayPast 24 Hours
0.3cm
Past 48 Hours
0.6cm
Past 10 Days
112.4cm
14-Day Forecast
13cm
Snow Depth
124cm
Resort Guide
Kirkwood is a ski resort located in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, renowned for its high alpine terrain and abundant snowfall. The resort features over 2,300 acres of skiable terrain, including challenging steeps, open bowls, and scenic glades, catering to advanced skiers and riders. Kirkwood offers a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere with essential amenities such as ski-in/ski-out lodging, dining, and a ski and ride school, making it a destination for those seeking a more secluded and adventurous mountain experience. Its unique location and terrain variety distinguish it as a premier spot for powder enthusiasts and those looking for a less crowded alternative in the Lake Tahoe region.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
The Cornice Grill – A classic après-ski spot at Kirkwood, The Cornice Grill is celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, hearty pub fare, and welcoming bar, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind with drinks and share stories after a day on the mountain.
Excellent snow depth - conditions are locked in.
Current conditions at Kirkwood show a snow depth of 170cm with overcast skies and a temperature of -2°C. While there hasn't been any new snow in the last 24 hours, the resort has seen a total of 2cm over the past week, so you might want to keep your expectations in check for fresh powder. Looking ahead, the 14-day forecast suggests an average of 9cm of new snow, which could improve conditions.
AI-generated summaryDepth
124cm 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 Thu, Feb 26, 01:02 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Feb 26, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Feb 26, 01:02 PM UTC
Freezing Level
3620m
☀️ Above summit - warm/wet conditions
Base
2377m
Temp
2.3°C
Wind
7.6km/h
Snow Depth
170cm
14-Day Forecast
8.8cm
Mid-Mountain
2682m
Temp
0.2°C
Wind
19.7km/h
Snow Depth
128cm
14-Day Forecast
7.1cm
Summit
2987m
Temp
-1.7°C
Wind
7.6km/h
Snow Depth
170cm
14-Day Forecast
9.2cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 (2987m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
26
☁️
5.9°
-3°
Fri
27
☁️
8°
-3°
Sat
28
❄️
6.7°
-3.1°
0.6cm
Sun
1
❄️
0.7°
-5.2°
0.8cm
Mon
2
❄️
-1.4°
-10.5°
3cm
Tue
3
☁️
2.1°
-12.1°
Wed
4
❄️
-6.1°
-10.7°
3.7cm
Thu
5
☁️
-5.5°
-13.6°
0.1cm
Fri
6
❄️
1.8°
-14.3°
0.1cm
Sat
7
❄️
-6.9°
-13.5°
3.8cm
Summit elevation (2987m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, Feb 26, 01:02 PM UTC
454.4cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-9%
vs 5-Year Avg
498.6cm avg by now
+10%
vs 30-Year Avg
413.6cm avg by now
498.6cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.