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Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

📷 Schweitzer Mountain

North America

Schweitzer Mountain

Closed for the season

Season ended April 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:04 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 9:04 AM•Weather at base: 1158m

Overview

Schweitzer Mountain is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 12, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

Schweitzer Mountain is located in the Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho, offering 2,900 acres of skiable terrain and 92 named runs. The resort features a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with a mix of open bowls, gladed tree skiing, and groomed trails suitable for all abilities. Signature experiences include panoramic views of Lake Pend Oreille, a modern village with dining and lodging, and a variety of winter activities such as Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. Schweitzer stands out for its expansive terrain, uncrowded slopes, and scenic mountain setting.

Resort Info

Summit1920m
Base1158m
Vertical762m
Lifts10
Runs92
Skiable Area2900 acres
Average snowfall300 inches / 762 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedApril 12, 2026
Projected openingDecember 4, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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

Top Après Ski

Taps Lounge – Known for its panoramic mountain views, live music, and welcoming atmosphere, Taps Lounge is Schweitzer Mountain’s signature après-ski spot, offering craft beers, cocktails, and a lively social scene perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:04 AM UTC

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

Base

1158m

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16.4°C

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9.7km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Schweitzer Mountain El Niño rank & forecast

Schweitzer Mountain ranks #373 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier E, −11% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter: Strong El Niño winters ran clearly below this resort’s own baseline (≤ −8%). Still skiable — schedule late season; one storm cycle can beat the climatology.

#373 of 488Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

Strong-event signal: −11% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Schweitzer Mountain averaged -11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -36%, '15-16 -38%, '23-24 +40%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.

'97-98 −36%'15-16 −38%'23-24 +40%

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

Schweitzer Mountain Webcams

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Schweitzer / YouTube

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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 Schweitzer Mountain (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, 9:04 AM

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Sat, Aug 29
13 / 8
Sun, Aug 30
14 / 50.3mm
Mon, Aug 31
17 / 8
Tue, Sep 1
20 / 10
Wed, Sep 2
14 / 75.7mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)000000000.30000000.60.34.8
Temp (°C)11161310121061289161112191391311
Wind (km/h)899121771111865595612128
Gusts (km/h)171717212816222017131613162319242223

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10-Day Forecast

Today

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Sat

29

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12.8°

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30

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13.5°

4.7°

12 km/h

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31

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16.6°

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13.8°

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13 km/h

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3

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14.8°

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8 km/h

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14.3°

6.5°

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5

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10°

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6

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11.2°

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11 km/h

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Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Idaho Panhandle Avalanche 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.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:04 AM UTC

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Off-season · 280cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~315 cm. That's 16% below the 5-year average (375 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 13% above the 30-year average (280 cm).

Schweitzer Mountain Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 309cm with an average of 102 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
November44.4cm14 days9cm26cm9.7cm
December72.4cm21 days40cm67cm13.4cm
January68.8cm19 days73cm95cm12.9cm
February46cm15 days84cm99cm10.6cm
March42.6cm15 days82cm101cm8.5cm
April20.1cm9 days48cm72cm6.5cm
May3.2cm2 days8cm30cm2.6cm

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.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Schweitzer Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 195 cm (77 in), about 35% below 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

195 cm

10 El Niño winters · 35% below median

All-season median

299 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10195 cm138 cm – 321 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12338 cm265 cm – 393 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8360 cm228 cm – 434 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 Schweitzer Mountain

Where is Schweitzer Mountain?
Schweitzer Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Schweitzer Mountain?
Schweitzer Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,158 m (3,799 ft) to a summit of 1,920 m (6,299 ft), giving a vertical drop of 762 m (2,500 ft).
How big is Schweitzer Mountain?
Schweitzer Mountain has 2,900 acres (1,174 hectares) of skiable terrain, 92 marked runs and 10 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Schweitzer Mountain?
Schweitzer Mountain is on the Ikon Pass. 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 Schweitzer Mountain?
Schweitzer Mountain typically operates from December 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 Schweitzer Mountain get in a typical season?
Schweitzer Mountain averages 300 inches / 762 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Schweitzer Mountain in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #373 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -11% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Schweitzer Mountain averaged -11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -36%, '15-16 -38%, '23-24 +40%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.