📷 Kirkwood
North America
Kirkwood
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open December 4, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:03 AM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
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14-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Powder Days
5
2026–27 season
Overview
Kirkwood is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Projected to open December 4, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 07:03 UTC.
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Kirkwood
Lifts
15
Skiable area
2300 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(86 total)
Beginner
10
12% of terrain
Intermediate
26
30% of terrain
Advanced
33
38% of terrain
Expert
17
20% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner12%
- Intermediate30%
- Advanced38%
- Expert20%
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair6
- Double chair1
- Surface lift5
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
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.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 7:03 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
California & Sierra Nevada region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 07:03 AM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- SNOTELBase 3cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
2377m
Temp
11.7°C
Wind
3.2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2682m
Temp
--°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
2987m
Temp
7.8°C
Wind
3.2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Live Conditions
Kirkwood Webcam
Kirkwood Mountain Resort / BrownRice
Getting There
Road Conditions
6 cameras nearby
R-0 — No restrictions
No active chain controls or restrictions on the highways near this resort right now (Caltrans). Always re-check before a winter drive.
Highway cameras near Kirkwood
Live highway sensors & cameras within ~30–40 km, via Caltrans. 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 Kirkwood (sierra), 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, 7:03 AM
Today 16 / 62.7mm | Wed, Jul 15 20 / 7 | Thu, Jul 16 20 / 7 | Fri, Jul 17 20 / 6 | Sat, Jul 18 21 / 7 | Sun, Jul 19 22 / 9 | |||||||||||||
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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) | 0.6 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 11 | 16 | 9 | 14 | 19 | 9 | 14 | 19 | 9 | 14 | 19 | 9 | 14 | 20 | 10 | 16 | 21 | 12 |
| Wind (km/h) | 6 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 20 | 38 | 14 | 17 | 41 | 16 | 31 | 47 | 24 | 22 | 34 | 33 | 18 | 31 | 31 | 16 | 31 | 30 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2987m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
16.3°
6°
12 km/h
Wed
15
☀️
19.8°
6.9°
15 km/h
Thu
16
☀️
19.6°
6.7°
18 km/h
Fri
17
☀️
19.7°
6.1°
17 km/h
Sat
18
🌤️
20.6°
7.3°
11 km/h
Sun
19
⛅
21.6°
8.8°
13 km/h
Mon
20
☁️
20.8°
7.7°
15 km/h
Tue
21
🌤️
20.9°
7.5°
12 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
22.1°
9.5°
10 km/h
Thu
23
🌧️
14.3°
8.6°
8 km/h
Summit elevation (2987m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:03 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 664cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 664cm full-season avg
664cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased significantly, exceeding the 30-year average by over 25%. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall (1199.7 cm), nearly double the 5-year average, while other recent years have remained closer to or below the long-term mean. The current season's snowfall is notably lower, reaching only 72% of the recent 5-year average and 91% of the 30-year average, indicating a sharp decline from the recent upward trend. This suggests heightened variability in snowfall, with recent seasons marked by both extreme highs and below-average totals.
Kirkwood Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 631cm with an average of 90 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 | 61.6cm | 10 days | 14cm | 37cm | 21.2cm |
| December | 126.7cm | 14 days | 57cm | 100cm | 31.7cm |
| January | 120.3cm | 13 days | 104cm | 148cm | 29.2cm |
| February | 119.8cm | 14 days | 140cm | 180cm | 26.7cm |
| March | 103.7cm | 14 days | 168cm | 205cm | 25.6cm |
| April | 56.1cm | 11 days | 155cm | 189cm | 16.8cm |
| May | 22.1cm | 6 days | 95cm | 136cm | 9.8cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 4, 2026
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.
