📷 Taos Ski Valley
North America
Taos Ski Valley
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 26, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:01 AM UTC · informational only
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Overview
Taos Ski Valley is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 26, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 08:01 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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Taos Ski Valley
Lifts
13
Skiable area
1294 ac
Longest run
8 km / 5 mi
Runs by difficulty(110 total)
Beginner
26
24% of terrain
Intermediate
28
25% of terrain
Advanced
56
51% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair4
- Double chair1
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
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
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Rockies & Southwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 08:01 AM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- SNOTELBase 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
2804m
Temp
10.9°C
Wind
3.7km/h
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14-Day Forecast
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Mid-Mountain
3304m
Temp
7.7°C
Wind
3.7km/h
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Summit
3804m
Temp
4.4°C
Wind
3.7km/h
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14-Day Forecast
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Live Conditions
Taos Ski Valley Webcams
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 Jul 14, 8:01 AM
Today 16 / 41.8mm | Wed, Jul 15 14 / 26mm | Thu, Jul 16 13 / 34.8mm | Fri, Jul 17 14 / 39.9mm | Sat, Jul 18 16 / 22.7mm | Sun, Jul 19 19 / 6 | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0.2 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 5 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 3.7 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 6.8 | 2.7 | 0.4 | 2.2 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 9 | 15 | 6 | 8 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 15 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 10 |
| Wind (km/h) | 5 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 19 | 30 | 23 | 20 | 28 | 19 | 15 | 27 | 14 | 21 | 35 | 23 | 21 | 33 | 26 | 25 | 40 | 26 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3804m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
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16.3°
3.5°
12 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
14°
2°
11 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
12.7°
3.3°
6 km/h
Fri
17
🌦️
14.3°
2.9°
7 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
15.7°
2°
6 km/h
Sun
19
🌤️
18.8°
5.8°
5 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
17.4°
4.7°
17 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
16.1°
4.4°
12 km/h
Wed
22
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17.8°
4.6°
11 km/h
Thu
23
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17.2°
5.3°
13 km/h
Summit elevation (3804m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:01 AM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 166cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 166cm full-season avg
166cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has been substantially higher than the 30-year average, indicating a marked upward trend. The most recent season, however, saw a significant drop, with snowfall 55% below the 5-year average and 82% below the 30-year average, representing a sharp anomaly compared to recent patterns. This suggests increased variability, with the current season standing out as an unusually low outlier following several years of above-average snowfall.
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).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 16.8cm | 8 days | 4cm | 12cm | 6.6cm |
| December | 22.8cm | 11 days | 11cm | 20cm | 6.3cm |
| January | 22.5cm | 11 days | 19cm | 28cm | 7.2cm |
| February | 25.7cm | 12 days | 24cm | 33cm | 7cm |
| March | 26.6cm | 12 days | 21cm | 32cm | 7.6cm |
| April | 23.6cm | 11 days | 11cm | 23cm | 7.2cm |
| May | 12.2cm | 7 days | 2cm | 12cm | 5.1cm |
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.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
