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Tier C — ENSO-proof

📷 Snowmass

North America

Snowmass

Off-season

Last season ended April 11, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 08:06 AM UTC · informational only

Off-season — closed April 11

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 8:06 AM•Weather at base: 2470m

Overview

Snowmass is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Last season ended April 11, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 08:06 UTC.

Resort Guide

Snowmass is a premier ski resort located in Snowmass Village, Colorado, offering over 3,300 acres of skiable terrain and a vertical rise of 4,406 feet. The resort is known for its diverse trails suitable for all abilities, family-friendly atmosphere, and vibrant base village with dining, shopping, and après-ski options. Signature experiences include wide-open groomers, terrain parks, and access to the Elk Camp Gondola for on-mountain activities. Snowmass stands out for its expansive slopes, modern amenities, and seamless access to the broader Aspen Snowmass ski area.

Resort Info

Summit3813m
Base2470m
Vertical1343m
Lifts20
Runs98
Skiable Area3362 acres
Average snowfall300 inches / 762 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Last season endedApril 11, 2026
Projected openingNovember 27, 2026

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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Mountain Collective

Mountain Collective

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

Top Après Ski

Venga Venga – A vibrant slopeside cantina renowned for its festive après-ski scene, Venga Venga offers panoramic mountain views, live music, and a lively atmosphere with margaritas and Mexican-inspired fare, making it a favorite gathering spot for Snowmass skiers and riders.

Snow Summary

3813mECMWF Model

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Rockies & Southwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 08:06 AM UTC

Depth by source

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

Base

2470m

Temp

12°C

Wind

5.1km/h

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3142m

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3813m

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4.9°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Snowmass El Niño rank & forecast

Snowmass ranks #226 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier C, −1% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier C — ENSO-proof: Strong El Niño winters looked like a normal year here — within about ±3% of this resort’s own 30-year snowfall average. Not a jackpot, not a bust: a hedge if you’re planning around El Niño.

#226 of 488Tier C — ENSO-proof

Strong-event signal: −1% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Snowmass averaged -1% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — effectively ENSO-proof. Snowmass has held within a few percent of normal across every phase of the Pacific cycle, making it one of the safest bets of a record El Niño winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +1%, '15-16 -1%, '23-24 -2%.

'97-98 +1%'15-16 −1%'23-24 −2%

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

Snowmass Webcams

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Aspen Snowmass / Roundshot

Aspen Snowmass / Roundshot

Aspen Snowmass

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Snow Stake Cam

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Aspen Snowmass

1 snow stake cam • Click to expand

Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Colorado Avalanche Information 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.

Getting There

Road Conditions

No update in 29 min

3 sensors nearby

Official map ↗

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

CO-82 035.30 Eastbound at Brush Creek Road Snowmass

7.2 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
19°C
Air
12°C
Wind
4 km/h
Precip
no precipitation

Updated 8:06 AM

CO-82 040.10 Westbound at Cemetry Lane Aspen

9.9 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
21°C
Air
16°C
Wind
7 km/h
Precip
no precipitation

Updated 8:06 AM

CO-82 029.80 Westbound at Phillips River View

11.5 km · CDOT

Above freezing

Road surface
18°C
Air
15°C
Wind
6 km/h
Precip
no precipitation

Updated 8:07 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

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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 Snowmass (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, 8:06 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
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Sat, Aug 29
12 / 49.4mm
Sun, Aug 30
11 / 34.3mm
Mon, Aug 31
10 / 212.1mm
Tue, Sep 1
10 / 03.3mm
Wed, Sep 2
10 / 13.6mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)0000.41.27.80.72.11.54.352.80.62.20.52.11.10.4
Temp (°C)1015791266104483493494
Wind (km/h)7194122141017628271849165
Gusts (km/h)205017365623324922143724244532284233

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

Today

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30

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10.9°

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18 km/h

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31

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11 km/h

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Summit elevation (3813m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 08:06 AM UTC

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Off-season · 282cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~195.2 cm. That's 32% below the 5-year average (287 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 31% below the 30-year average (282 cm).

Snowmass Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 328cm with an average of 124 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
November38.4cm14 days17cm33cm9.9cm
December47.6cm17 days45cm65cm9.8cm
January45.3cm17 days71cm88cm8.9cm
February46.7cm18 days88cm104cm9.3cm
March46.5cm17 days98cm113cm9.6cm
April49cm17 days97cm113cm10cm
May22.5cm10 days65cm96cm7cm

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

Through Apr 11, 2027

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 Snowmass, ERA5 season snowfall median was 328 cm (129 in), about 1% above 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

328 cm

10 El Niño winters · 1% above median

All-season median

326 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10328 cm310 cm – 334 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12338 cm284 cm – 391 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8313 cm269 cm – 370 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 Snowmass

Where is Snowmass?
Snowmass is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Snowmass?
Snowmass runs from a base elevation of 2,470 m (8,104 ft) to a summit of 3,813 m (12,510 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,343 m (4,406 ft).
How big is Snowmass?
Snowmass has 3,362 acres (1,361 hectares) of skiable terrain, 98 marked runs and 20 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Snowmass?
Snowmass 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 Snowmass?
Snowmass typically operates from November 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 Snowmass get in a typical season?
Snowmass 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 Snowmass in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #226 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier C · strong-event signal -1% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Snowmass averaged -1% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — effectively ENSO-proof. Snowmass has held within a few percent of normal across every phase of the Pacific cycle, making it one of the safest bets of a record El Niño winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +1%, '15-16 -1%, '23-24 -2%.