📷 Sunlight
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Sunlight
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Closed for Season — closed April 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Apr 12
todayPast 24 Hours
0.6cm
Past 48 Hours
6.9cm
Past 10 Days
16.2cm
14-Day Forecast
23.8cm
Snow Depth
27cm
Resort Guide
Sunlight Mountain Resort is located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, offering over 700 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs. The resort is known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, affordable lift tickets, and uncrowded slopes. Signature experiences include wide-open cruisers, tree skiing, and the unique Ute trail, one of the longest runs in Colorado. Key amenities feature a base lodge with dining, equipment rentals, ski school, and convenient access to nearby hot springs.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
The Last Turn Lounge – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and rustic charm, this classic après-ski bar at Sunlight Mountain Resort is a favorite for skiers to unwind with local brews, hearty food, and live music, making it a central hub for post-slope relaxation and socializing.
Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.
The current conditions at Sunlight are clear with a temperature of 8°C, making for a pleasant day on the slopes. You have a snow depth of 27cm, with 10cm of fresh snow in the past week to enjoy. Looking ahead, the forecast suggests an average of 16cm of snow over the next 14 days, which should help maintain the base.
AI-generated summaryThis resort is closed for the season. Scores and weather data are still updated for informational purposes.
Depth
71cm 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, 05:46 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Colorado region
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Apr 12, 05:46 PM UTC
Freezing Level
2970m
🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions
Base
2403m
Temp
11.7°C
Wind
13.3km/h
Snow Depth
27cm
14-Day Forecast
12.2cm
Mid-Mountain
2710m
Temp
9.7°C
Wind
13.3km/h
Snow Depth
27cm
14-Day Forecast
15.1cm
Summit
3016m
Temp
7.7°C
Wind
13.3km/h
Snow Depth
27cm
14-Day Forecast
16.1cm
Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 (3016m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
12
🌧️
9.3°
-5.7°
Mon
13
❄️
6.2°
-4.3°
0.6cm
Tue
14
❄️
0.8°
-6.6°
10.2cm
Wed
15
❄️
2.6°
-7.4°
0.4cm
Thu
16
⛅
8.8°
-7.6°
Fri
17
❄️
1.7°
-12.2°
5.4cm
Sat
18
☁️
-1.9°
-19°
Sun
19
☁️
3.5°
-12.1°
Mon
20
⛅
11.1°
-9°
Tue
21
❄️
8.2°
-6.5°
0.8cm
Summit elevation (3016m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Apr 12, 05:46 PM UTC
199.6cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-23%
vs 5-Year Avg
260cm avg by now
-23%
vs 30-Year Avg
260cm avg by now
260cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased to 232.5 cm, notably exceeding the 30-year average of 199.7 cm. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with a significant spike to 304.7 cm, while other recent years have remained closer to the 5-year mean. However, the current season's snowfall is substantially below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at only 73% and 85% of those benchmarks, respectively, indicating a marked short-term decline following a period of above-average snowfall.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.