📷 Powderhorn
North America
Powderhorn
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Last season ended March 21, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:06 AM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season — closed March 21
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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
3
2026–27 season
Overview
Powderhorn is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 21, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 08:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
Powderhorn Mountain Resort is located on the Grand Mesa in western Colorado and offers over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of groomed runs, glades, and powder-filled slopes. The resort is known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and scenic views of the surrounding mesa and valleys. Key amenities include a full-service lodge, ski and snowboard rentals, dining options, and a ski school, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced skiers. Signature experiences include tree skiing and uncrowded slopes, distinguishing Powderhorn as a welcoming destination for those seeking a laid-back mountain experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Powderhorn
Lifts
5
Skiable area
1600 ac
Longest run
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Runs by difficulty(63 total)
Beginner
13
20% of terrain
Intermediate
31
50% of terrain
Advanced
19
30% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad1
- Double chair2
- Surface lift2
Snowmaking covers about 42% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Skoop’s Grill & Bar – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and mountain views, Skoop’s is the go-to après-ski spot at Powderhorn, offering hearty food, local brews, and a relaxed setting perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Rockies & Southwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 08:06 AM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- SNOTELSummit 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
2560m
Temp
22.3°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2759m
Temp
--°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
2957m
Temp
19.8°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Live Conditions
Powderhorn Webcams
Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Powderhorn Mountain Resort
Getting There
Road Conditions
3 sensors nearby
No restrictions
No active chain controls or restrictions on the highways near this resort right now (CDOT). Always re-check before a winter drive.
Roadside weather sensors
I-70 MP 043.75 EB at US 6 in Palisade
16.1 km · CDOTAbove freezing
- Road surface
- 30°C
- Air
- 26°C
- Wind
- 4 km/h
- Precip
- no precipitation
Updated 8:14 AM
I-70 050.35 Eastbound at West Beavertail Tunnel
17.5 km · CDOTAbove freezing
- Road surface
- 29°C
- Air
- 27°C
- Wind
- 1 km/h
- Precip
- no precipitation
Updated 8:13 AM
I-70 054.40 Westbound : 3.8 mile East of Beavertail Tunnel
21.4 km · CDOTAbove freezing
- Air
- 26°C
- Wind
- 3 km/h
Updated 8:17 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.
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 Powderhorn (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 Jul 14, 8:06 AM
Today 28 / 18 | Wed, Jul 15 27 / 16 | Thu, Jul 16 25 / 133mm | Fri, Jul 17 23 / 128.7mm | Sat, Jul 18 23 / 135mm | Sun, Jul 19 24 / 123.8mm | |||||||||||||
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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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 4.9 | 2.6 | 0.2 | 1.8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2.8 |
| Temp (°C) | 21 | 27 | 21 | 20 | 26 | 20 | 18 | 23 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 14 | 17 | 22 | 15 | 17 | 24 | 16 |
| Wind (km/h) | 6 | 15 | 4 | 8 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 14 | 6 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 20 | 42 | 21 | 25 | 48 | 32 | 21 | 43 | 33 | 32 | 51 | 30 | 31 | 47 | 35 | 33 | 35 | 38 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2957m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
☁️
28°
17.6°
16 km/h
Wed
15
☁️
26.8°
16.3°
20 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
25.2°
13.1°
18 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
22.8°
12.4°
12 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
22.5°
13.2°
15 km/h
Sun
19
🌧️
24.4°
12.4°
17 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
23.1°
12.5°
13 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
20.9°
12.8°
12 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
20.8°
12.8°
14 km/h
Thu
23
🌧️
21.7°
12.7°
9 km/h
Summit elevation (2957m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:06 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 239cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 239cm full-season avg
239cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Snowfall over the past five years has averaged 210.4 cm, significantly exceeding the 30-year average of 133.0 cm, indicating a marked upward trend in recent seasons. The current season's snowfall is 68% of the recent 5-year average but still 7% above the long-term 30-year average, suggesting a below-average year relative to recent high snowfall but above historical norms. Notably, the 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with 287.4 cm, well above both short- and long-term averages, while 2021 and 2020 were comparatively lower, highlighting considerable year-to-year variability.
Powderhorn Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 197cm with an average of 84 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 | 21.8cm | 9 days | 9cm | 21cm | 7.1cm |
| December | 27.8cm | 13 days | 27cm | 42cm | 7.6cm |
| January | 30.2cm | 13 days | 46cm | 61cm | 8.1cm |
| February | 30.4cm | 13 days | 59cm | 73cm | 7.2cm |
| March | 33.5cm | 13 days | 61cm | 76cm | 8.6cm |
| April | 23cm | 11 days | 42cm | 60cm | 6.2cm |
| May | 13cm | 6 days | 11cm | 28cm | 4.5cm |
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
Through Mar 21, 2027
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.
