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Tier C — ENSO-proof

📷 Loveland Ski Area

North America

Loveland Ski Area

Closed for the season

Season ended April 19, 2026 · reopens November 8, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:03 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 19

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 9:03 AM•Weather at base: 3230m

Overview

Loveland Ski Area is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026 · reopens November 8, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:03 UTC.

Resort Guide

Loveland Ski Area is located near Georgetown, Colorado, just east of the Eisenhower Tunnel, offering over 1,800 acres of skiable terrain and an average annual snowfall of 422 inches. The resort is known for its high elevation, varied terrain suitable for all abilities, and a laid-back, unpretentious atmosphere. Signature experiences include expansive bowl skiing, affordable lift tickets, and one of the longest seasons in Colorado, typically running from October to May. Key amenities include on-mountain dining, equipment rentals, ski and ride school, and convenient access from the Denver metro area.

Resort Info

Summit3871m
Base3230m
Vertical641m
Lifts10
Runs94
Skiable Area1800 acres
Average snowfall422 inches / 1072 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedApril 19, 2026 · reopens November 8, 2026
Projected openingNovember 8, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Indy Pass

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Powder Alliance

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Loveland Basin Cafeteria & Bar – Known for its laid-back, welcoming atmosphere, this slopeside bar is a favorite among locals and visitors for après-ski drinks, offering panoramic mountain views and a cozy spot to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

3871mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 9:03 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Rockies & Southwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:03 AM UTC

Depth by source

every reading we have
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The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

3230m

Temp

6.6°C

Wind

4.8km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Loveland Ski Area El Niño rank & forecast

Loveland Ski Area ranks #198 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.

#198 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), Loveland Ski Area 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 -21%, '15-16 +1%, '23-24 +23%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −21%'15-16 +1%'23-24 +23%

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

Loveland Ski Area Webcam

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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 Loveland Ski Area (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, 9:03 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
15 / 21.2mm
Sat, Aug 29
15 / 22.8mm
Sun, Aug 30
12 / 02.5mm
Mon, Aug 31
11 / 14.3mm
Tue, Sep 1
12 / -10.9mm
Wed, Sep 2
12 / -10.6mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)01.10.100.52.30.41.50.612.40.90.20.60.10.20.40
Temp (°C)81458145511449331134114
Wind (km/h)71167156815647571346136
Gusts (km/h)234819314728315121153726223830294130

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3871m)

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10-Day Forecast

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29

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30

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31

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13.2°

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19 km/h

Summit elevation (3871m) • ECMWF model

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

Drive times & access

Last updated 9:07 AM

3 sensors nearby

Official map ↗

Drive conditions

Quiet — No winter restrictions — typical off-season pavement

No chain controls or closures on the highways SnowSure watches near Loveland Ski Area. Nearest roadside sensor (I-70 216.60 Eastbound : 0.4 mile East of US-6 Loveland Pass, 1.6 km): Above freezing. Late-season / summer readings are not a winter forecast. The resort road status and the official DOT map are authoritative — re-check before you drive.

SnowSure take from the live sensors. Not the resort's road status.

Roadside weather sensors

I-70 216.60 Eastbound : 0.4 mile East of US-6 Loveland Pass

1.6 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
12°C
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Updated 9:04 AM

I-70 213.20 Eastbound : 0.6 mile West of Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel

3.9 km · CDOT

Above freezing

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10°C
Wind
15 km/h
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no precipitation

Updated 10:53 AM

I-70 218.15 Westbound : 0.3 mile West of Herman Gulch Road

4 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
10°C
Air
8°C
Wind
9 km/h
Precip
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Updated 9:07 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.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:03 AM UTC

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Off-season · 225cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~173.8 cm. That's 21% below the 5-year average (220 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 23% below the 30-year average (225 cm).

Loveland Ski Area Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 308cm with an average of 137 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
November30cm14 days14cm26cm7.5cm
December34cm17 days32cm45cm7.4cm
January35.6cm17 days52cm66cm7.2cm
February36.4cm18 days68cm82cm6.9cm
March42.1cm18 days78cm93cm8.8cm
April52.6cm18 days82cm99cm10.8cm
May34.1cm14 days60cm90cm10cm

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 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 Loveland Ski Area, ERA5 season snowfall median was 318 cm (125 in), about 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

318 cm

10 El Niño winters · ≈ long-term median

All-season median

318 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10318 cm300 cm – 344 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12313 cm272 cm – 348 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8310 cm253 cm – 334 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 Loveland Ski Area

Where is Loveland Ski Area?
Loveland Ski Area is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Loveland Ski Area?
Loveland Ski Area runs from a base elevation of 3,230 m (10,597 ft) to a summit of 3,871 m (12,700 ft), giving a vertical drop of 641 m (2,103 ft).
How big is Loveland Ski Area?
Loveland Ski Area has 1,800 acres (728 hectares) of skiable terrain, 94 marked runs and 10 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Loveland Ski Area?
Loveland Ski Area is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. 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 Loveland Ski Area?
Loveland Ski Area 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 Loveland Ski Area get in a typical season?
Loveland Ski Area averages 422 inches / 1072 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Loveland Ski Area in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #198 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), Loveland Ski Area 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 -21%, '15-16 +1%, '23-24 +23%. A pattern, not a promise.