Sun Valley ski resort

📷 Sun Valley

North America

Sun Valley

29

Fair

stable

Last Snowfall

Apr 12

today

Past 24 Hours

5cm

Past 48 Hours

7.9cm

Past 10 Days

14.9cm

14-Day Forecast

33.6cm

Snow Depth

33cm

Updated: Apr 12, 6:04 PMWeather at base: 1753m

Resort Guide

Sun Valley is a renowned ski resort located in central Idaho, offering over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain across Bald and Dollar Mountains. The resort features a blend of wide-open groomers, challenging steeps, and beginner-friendly slopes, complemented by modern lifts and a historic, welcoming village atmosphere. Signature experiences include scenic mountain views, world-class grooming, and a vibrant après-ski scene, with amenities such as luxury lodging, diverse dining options, and a full-service spa. Sun Valley stands out for its rich heritage as America’s first destination ski resort and its commitment to providing a refined yet approachable mountain experience.

Resort Info

Summit2789m
Base1753m
Vertical3400m
Lifts14
Runs124
Skiable Area2500 acres
Avg Snowfall200 inches / 508 cm
CountryUnited States

Top Après Ski

Duchin Lounge – An iconic après-ski spot in Sun Valley’s historic Sun Valley Lodge, the Duchin Lounge is celebrated for its classic cocktails, live piano music, and elegant yet relaxed atmosphere, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
29
Fair
stable

Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.

Hey skiers! Sun Valley is currently experiencing moderate snowfall with 5cm fresh in the last 24 hours, contributing to a total of 33cm of snow depth. The next two weeks look promising with an average forecast of 24cm, so get ready for some great skiing ahead!

AI-generated summary

Depth

94cm depth - good coverage on most runs.

Recent

No significant recent snowfall.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:04 PM UTC

Snow Summary

2789mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 6:05 PM

10cm
24h
34cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
10
Prev10d
6.2
Now12
2
M13
T14
5.5
W15
3.1
T16
0.3
F17
S18
Past
Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Pacific Northwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 06:04 PM UTC

Freezing Level

2270m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

1753m

Temp

6.6°C

Wind

15.2km/h

Snow Depth

191cm

14-Day Forecast

18.4cm

Mid-Mountain

2271m

Temp

2.6°C

Wind

21.2km/h

Snow Depth

--

14-Day Forecast

18.9cm

Summit

2789m

Temp

-0.1°C

Wind

15.2km/h

Snow Depth

191cm

14-Day Forecast

24.3cm

Live Conditions

Sun Valley Webcams

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Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2789m)

ECMWF
33.6cm
GFS
20cm
GEM
15.9cm
JMA
20.5cm
ICON
8.5cm
Météo-Fr
22.4cm
SnowSure™
20.2cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

12

❄️

-0.1°

-9°

6.2cm

Mon

13

❄️

-1.1°

-10.8°

2cm

Tue

14

☁️

0.3°

-13°

Wed

15

❄️

-3.1°

-7.7°

5.5cm

Thu

16

❄️

-4.9°

-11.9°

3.1cm

Fri

17

❄️

-4.9°

-13.4°

0.3cm

Sat

18

-0.2°

-18.7°

Sun

19

☁️

1.4°

-11.1°

0.2cm

Mon

20

❄️

-1.1°

-6.7°

10.6cm

Tue

21

❄️

-1.3°

-9.1°

1.1cm

Summit elevation (2789m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:04 PM UTC

220.8cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-7%

vs 5-Year Avg

236.7cm avg by now

+2%

vs 30-Year Avg

217.1cm avg by now

236.7cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has exceeded the 30-year average by approximately 11%, indicating a recent upward trend. However, snowfall has been highly variable, with significant fluctuations such as a low of 152.5 cm in 2021 and a peak of 272.6 cm in 2022. The current season's snowfall is slightly below the recent 5-year average but remains just above the long-term 30-year average, suggesting that while recent seasons have generally been snowier, variability and occasional declines persist.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.