📷 Purgatory Resort
North America
Purgatory Resort
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 27, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:06 AM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
May 22
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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Overview
Purgatory Resort is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 27, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 08:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
Purgatory Resort is located in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, just north of Durango. The resort features over 1,600 skiable acres, 105 trails, and a mix of terrain suitable for all abilities, with a reputation for family-friendly skiing and scenic alpine views. Signature experiences include snowcat skiing, terrain parks, and a vibrant base area with dining, lodging, and winter activities. Purgatory stands out for its laid-back atmosphere, diverse terrain, and convenient access to both adventure and amenities.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Purgatory Resort
Lifts
12
Skiable area
1635 ac
Longest run
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Runs by difficulty(107 total)
Beginner
24
22% of terrain
Intermediate
37
35% of terrain
Advanced
46
43% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad2
- Triple chair3
- Double chair3
- Surface lift3
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Power Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Purgy’s Slopeside Restaurant & Bar – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and prime location at the base of the slopes, Purgy’s is the go-to après-ski spot at Purgatory Resort, offering craft cocktails, local brews, hearty fare, and frequent live music that draws both locals and visitors for post-ski relaxation and socializing.
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- SNOTELBase 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
2743m
Temp
11.7°C
Wind
4.1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0.1cm
Mid-Mountain
3018m
Temp
14.3°C
Wind
24.8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Summit
3293m
Temp
9.1°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0.4cm
Live Conditions
Purgatory Resort Webcams
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Getting There
Road Conditions
1 sensor 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
US 550 MP 070.65 NB : 0.2 miles N of CO 110 in Silverton
23.2 km · CDOTAbove freezing
- Air
- 11°C
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- Precip
- no precipitation
Updated 8:13 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 Purgatory Resort (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 20 / 72.4mm | Wed, Jul 15 20 / 76.2mm | Thu, Jul 16 19 / 510.9mm | Fri, Jul 17 17 / 53mm | Sat, Jul 18 21 / 50.9mm | Sun, Jul 19 23 / 61.1mm | |||||||||||||
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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 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 1.1 | 4.9 | 0 | 7 | 3.9 | 0.2 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0 | 0.5 | 0.6 |
| Temp (°C) | 13 | 20 | 11 | 13 | 19 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 12 | 20 | 11 | 14 | 22 | 12 |
| Wind (km/h) | 3 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 15 | 30 | 12 | 14 | 34 | 10 | 17 | 29 | 12 | 22 | 39 | 19 | 32 | 44 | 26 | 21 | 31 | 26 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3293m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
20.3°
7.2°
11 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
19.8°
6.7°
11 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
19.3°
4.5°
9 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
17.4°
4.8°
7 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
20.7°
4.6°
7 km/h
Sun
19
🌧️
23°
5.7°
7 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
22.1°
5.5°
8 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
17.6°
6°
8 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
18.4°
5.2°
7 km/h
Thu
23
🌧️
19.9°
4.6°
7 km/h
Summit elevation (3293m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:06 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 244cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 244cm full-season avg
244cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has exceeded the 30-year average by approximately 6%, indicating a modest upward trend in recent snowfall. However, the current season's snowfall is significantly below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at just 54% and 57% of those benchmarks, respectively. Notably, the 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall, while the most recent season marks a sharp decline, highlighting increased variability and a potential shift toward lower snowfall in the short term.
Purgatory Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 365cm with an average of 118 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 | 38.6cm | 11 days | 17cm | 33cm | 12.7cm |
| December | 48.3cm | 15 days | 41cm | 62cm | 11.9cm |
| January | 49.4cm | 15 days | 63cm | 83cm | 11.9cm |
| February | 50.9cm | 16 days | 80cm | 101cm | 12cm |
| March | 52.9cm | 17 days | 91cm | 109cm | 11.1cm |
| April | 50cm | 16 days | 84cm | 101cm | 11.2cm |
| May | 28.2cm | 11 days | 48cm | 75cm | 8.1cm |
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 27, 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.
