📷 Northstar at Tahoe
North America
Northstar at Tahoe
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 28, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:04 AM UTC · informational only
Scroll for happiness
Closed for Season
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
--
Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
2
2026–27 season
Overview
Northstar at Tahoe is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 28, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 07:04 UTC.
Resort Guide
Northstar at Tahoe is a ski resort located in North Lake Tahoe, California, offering over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of trails suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a vibrant village with dining, shopping, and après-ski options, as well as amenities such as ski and snowboard schools, equipment rentals, and family-friendly activities. Signature experiences include scenic gondola rides, a renowned terrain park, and a welcoming atmosphere that caters to both families and adventure seekers. Northstar stands out for its blend of modern amenities, diverse terrain, and a relaxed, upscale mountain environment.
Gallery
Click to expand • 5 total photos
Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Northstar at Tahoe
Lifts
20
Skiable area
3170 ac
Longest run
2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Runs by difficulty(100 total)
Beginner
13
13% of terrain
Intermediate
60
60% of terrain
Advanced
27
27% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Pulse gondola1
- Chondola1
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad6
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair2
- Surface lift6
Snowmaking covers about 50% of terrain.
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 Village Bar & Grill – A popular après-ski destination in Northstar’s village, known for its welcoming atmosphere, craft cocktails, and outdoor fire pits, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 7:04 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, 07:04 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
1929m
Temp
16.2°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2277m
Temp
--°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
2624m
Temp
11.7°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
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 Northstar at Tahoe
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 Northstar at Tahoe (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, 7:04 AM
Today 17 / 115.7mm | Wed, Jul 15 21 / 12 | Thu, Jul 16 21 / 12 | Fri, Jul 17 21 / 12 | Sat, Jul 18 22 / 13 | Sun, Jul 19 24 / 14 | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | 0.3 | 3.3 | 2.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 14 | 16 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 13 | 16 | 21 | 14 | 17 | 22 | 15 | 18 | 23 | 16 |
| Wind (km/h) | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 7 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 6 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 18 | 27 | 14 | 17 | 38 | 16 | 26 | 45 | 20 | 21 | 34 | 27 | 16 | 34 | 32 | 15 | 35 | 37 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2624m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
16.5°
10.9°
8 km/h
Wed
15
☀️
21.1°
12.1°
17 km/h
Thu
16
☀️
20.5°
11.5°
18 km/h
Fri
17
☀️
21.1°
11.9°
18 km/h
Sat
18
🌤️
22.2°
12.9°
17 km/h
Sun
19
☁️
23.9°
13.8°
19 km/h
Mon
20
⛅
22.1°
14°
16 km/h
Tue
21
🌤️
22.4°
13.4°
16 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
23.1°
14.4°
15 km/h
Thu
23
☁️
21.2°
14.5°
18 km/h
Summit elevation (2624m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:04 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
—
vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 435cm full-season avg
—
vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 435cm full-season avg
435cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased significantly, with the 5-year average (411.6 cm) exceeding the 30-year average (321.5 cm) by nearly 28%. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly, recording 713.5 cm—well above both short- and long-term averages—while other recent years have fluctuated closer to or slightly above the long-term mean. The current season's snowfall is notably below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at only 59% and 76% of those benchmarks, respectively, indicating a sharp decline from recent elevated snowfall levels. This suggests increased variability and a recent downturn following a period of above-average snowfall.
Northstar at Tahoe Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 390cm with an average of 82 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 34.4cm | 9 days | 7cm | 22cm | 12.7cm |
| December | 82.7cm | 13 days | 35cm | 63cm | 22.2cm |
| January | 76cm | 13 days | 65cm | 95cm | 20.7cm |
| February | 78.8cm | 14 days | 88cm | 117cm | 19.6cm |
| March | 66.6cm | 13 days | 103cm | 129cm | 18cm |
| April | 32.5cm | 10 days | 79cm | 107cm | 10.4cm |
| May | 9.9cm | 5 days | 31cm | 58cm | 4.8cm |
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 Nov 28, 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.
