📷 Sipapu
North America
Sipapu
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 21, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:06 AM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
Jun 14
Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
7cm
Snow Depth
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Overview
Sipapu is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 21, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~7 cm (2.8 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 08:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort is located in northern New Mexico, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with a focus on affordability and accessibility. The resort features 41 trails, five lifts, and a mix of beginner to advanced terrain across 200 skiable acres. Signature experiences include uncrowded slopes, a relaxed environment, and a variety of on-mountain lodging options. Sipapu stands out for its early season openings, free lift ticket programs for children, and a welcoming setting ideal for families and first-time skiers.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Sipapu
Lifts
6
Skiable area
531.3 ac
Longest run
0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(43 total)
Beginner
9
20% of terrain
Intermediate
17
40% of terrain
Advanced
11
25% of terrain
Expert
6
15% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner20%
- Intermediate40%
- Advanced25%
- Expert15%
Lift fleet
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair2
- Surface lift3
Snowmaking covers about 70% of terrain.
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
Paradise Riverside Bar & Grill – Known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and scenic riverside setting, this venue at Sipapu offers a welcoming spot for après-ski drinks, casual dining, and live music events, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind 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
2591m
Temp
12.1°C
Wind
2.2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
1.2cm
Mid-Mountain
2759m
Temp
17.6°C
Wind
21.1km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
1.2cm
Summit
2926m
Temp
10°C
Wind
2.2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
1.2cm
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 Sipapu (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 21 / 85.7mm | Wed, Jul 15 18 / 79.6mm | Thu, Jul 16 20 / 61.5mm | Fri, Jul 17 20 / 84.8mm | Sat, Jul 18 22 / 91.8mm | Sun, Jul 19 23 / 9 | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | 0.2 | 4 | 1.5 | 1.4 | 7.2 | 1 | 0.4 | 1 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 3.2 | 1 | 0.6 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 15 | 20 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 11 | 14 | 19 | 11 | 14 | 19 | 11 | 15 | 21 | 13 | 16 | 22 | 14 |
| Wind (km/h) | 5 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 14 | 7 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 24 | 30 | 18 | 20 | 26 | 15 | 19 | 36 | 21 | 26 | 34 | 23 | 41 | 41 | 35 | 30 | 46 | 33 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2926m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
21.2°
7.9°
11 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
18.1°
6.7°
8 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
19.8°
6.4°
13 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
20°
8°
11 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
21.8°
8.5°
13 km/h
Sun
19
🌤️
22.9°
9.3°
15 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
20.8°
11.8°
18 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
19.8°
11.3°
15 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
23.8°
9°
6 km/h
Thu
23
🌧️
21.6°
11.2°
11 km/h
Summit elevation (2926m) • 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 · 121cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 121cm full-season avg
121cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has slightly exceeded the 30-year average, indicating a modest upward trend. However, the current season's snowfall is significantly below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at just 47% and 48% of those benchmarks, respectively. This marks a notable anomaly, as recent years included higher snowfall totals, particularly in 2022 and 2023, before the sharp decline this season. Overall, while the longer-term trend has been stable to slightly increasing, the current season represents a substantial deviation from historical norms.
Sipapu Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 169cm with an average of 73 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 | 17.9cm | 8 days | 5cm | 13cm | 7cm |
| December | 24.1cm | 10 days | 9cm | 20cm | 7.2cm |
| January | 22.6cm | 11 days | 14cm | 24cm | 7.1cm |
| February | 24.8cm | 12 days | 18cm | 28cm | 6.7cm |
| March | 29.3cm | 12 days | 18cm | 30cm | 9.1cm |
| April | 25.3cm | 10 days | 10cm | 23cm | 9.1cm |
| May | 11.3cm | 4 days | 2cm | 12cm | 6.1cm |
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 21, 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.
