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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Taos Ski Valley

North America

Taos Ski Valley

Closed for the season

Season ended March 29, 2026

Conditions data updated Sat, Aug 29, 01:02 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed March 29

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Updated: Aug 29, 1:02 PM•Weather at base: 2804m

Overview

Taos Ski Valley is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Season ended March 29, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-29 13:02 UTC.

Resort Guide

Taos Ski Valley is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern New Mexico and features over 1,200 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of challenging steeps, glades, and groomed runs. The resort is known for its high elevation, European-style alpine village, and a welcoming, independent atmosphere. Signature experiences include expert terrain, ski and ride school programs, and a range of dining and lodging options at the base area. Taos stands out for its blend of Southwestern culture, advanced skiing, and commitment to environmental sustainability.

Resort Info

Summit3804m
Base2804m
Vertical1000m
Lifts13
Runs110
Skiable Area1294 acres
Average snowfall300 inches / 762 cm
CountryUnited States
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Season dates

Season endedMarch 29, 2026
Projected openingNovember 26, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

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

The Bavarian Restaurant – Renowned for its authentic alpine ambiance, hearty German fare, and lively après-ski scene, The Bavarian offers skiers a cozy spot at the base of the slopes to enjoy craft beers, mulled wine, and mountain views, making it a favorite gathering place after a day on the mountain.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Rockies & Southwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Sat, Aug 29, 01:02 PM UTC

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

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2804m

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15.3°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Taos Ski Valley El Niño rank & forecast

Taos Ski Valley ranks #105 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +8% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#105 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +8% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Taos Ski Valley averaged +8% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Taos Ski Valley sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -19%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +60%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −20%'15-16 −16%'23-24 +60%

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

Taos Ski Valley Webcams

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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 Taos Ski Valley (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 29, 1:02 PM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
17 / 81.5mm
Sun, Aug 30
14 / 61.2mm
Mon, Aug 31
14 / 53.4mm
Tue, Sep 1
14 / 24.1mm
Wed, Sep 2
15 / 4
Thu, Sep 3
17 / 5
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)00.80.701.2002.11.300.23.9000000
Temp (°C)111799128101377135815710169
Wind (km/h)5165792493416471435153
Gusts (km/h)215026274917184116224129264833204232

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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Today

29

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30

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14.2°

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31

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14.4°

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5

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6

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18°

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7

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18.5°

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Avalanche

Off-season — no rating published

Taos Avalanche 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.

Season vs Historic

Updated Sat, Aug 29, 01:02 PM UTC

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Off-season · 133cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~112.9 cm. That's 32% below the 5-year average (166 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 15% below the 30-year average (133 cm).

Taos Ski Valley Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 167cm with an average of 81 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
November16.8cm8 days4cm12cm6.6cm
December22.8cm11 days11cm20cm6.3cm
January22.5cm11 days19cm28cm7.2cm
February25.7cm12 days24cm33cm7cm
March26.6cm12 days21cm32cm7.6cm
April23.6cm11 days11cm23cm7.2cm
May12.2cm7 days2cm12cm5.1cm

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 26, 2026

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 Taos Ski Valley, ERA5 season snowfall median was 152 cm (60 in), about 6% 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

152 cm

10 El Niño winters · 6% above median

All-season median

144 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10152 cm136 cm – 198 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12142 cm110 cm – 177 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8154 cm103 cm – 192 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 Taos Ski Valley

Where is Taos Ski Valley?
Taos Ski Valley is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Taos Ski Valley?
Taos Ski Valley runs from a base elevation of 2,804 m (9,199 ft) to a summit of 3,804 m (12,480 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,000 m (3,281 ft).
How big is Taos Ski Valley?
Taos Ski Valley has 1,294 acres (524 hectares) of skiable terrain, 110 marked runs and 13 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Taos Ski Valley?
Taos Ski Valley 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 Taos Ski Valley?
Taos Ski Valley typically operates from November to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Taos Ski Valley get in a typical season?
Taos Ski Valley 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 Taos Ski Valley in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #105 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +8% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Taos Ski Valley averaged +8% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Taos Ski Valley sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -19%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +60%. A pattern, not a promise.