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Snowbird ski resort

North America

Snowbird

Last Snowfall

Oct 12

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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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7-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 12, 10:00 PM•Weather at base: 2,365m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Nov 21

Snowbird is projected to open November 21, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: February, March, January. Best weeks: 1 Mar–7 Mar, 22 Feb–28 Feb, 8 Mar–14 Mar.NovDec3Jan1Feb2MarAprMayOpens 21 NovCloses 10 May

Best months to book

  1. #1February50cm avg · last season 34.4
  2. #2March48cm avg · last season 24.1
  3. #3January54cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 36.9
  2. #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 34.4
  3. #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 26.1

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:00 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Snow Summary

3,353m

Updated Oct 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM

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About Snowbird

Snowbird is a ski resort located in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, offering over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain and an average annual snowfall of 500 inches. The resort is known for its challenging runs, varied terrain suitable for all skill levels, and a scenic alpine setting. Key amenities include slope-side lodging, a pedestrian village, multiple dining options, and a renowned aerial tram that provides access to the summit. Snowbird stands out for its long ski season, deep powder, and direct access to neighboring Alta Ski Area.

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Frequently asked questions about Snowbird

Where is Snowbird?
Snowbird is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Snowbird?
Snowbird runs from a base elevation of 2,365 m (7,759 ft) to a summit of 3,353 m (11,001 ft), giving a vertical drop of 988 m (3,241 ft).
How big is Snowbird?
Snowbird has 2,500 acres (1,012 hectares) of skiable terrain, 149 marked runs and 14 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Snowbird?
Snowbird is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. 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 Snowbird?
Snowbird typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Snowbird get in a typical season?
Snowbird averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Snowbird in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal: under review — this station's record has an era discontinuity.. This resort carries no separate rank: its 30-year record is identical to alta, which is the ranked entry for this measurement. At ~31km resolution the reanalysis cannot resolve them as different mountains, so publishing both would be publishing one number twice.