📷 Whitecap Mountain
North America
Whitecap Mountain
Status unconfirmed
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC · informational only
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Status unconfirmed
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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14-Day Forecast
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Overview
Whitecap Mountain is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 10/100. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:08 UTC.
Resort Guide
Whitecap Mountain is located in northern Wisconsin and features over 400 acres of skiable terrain across three mountains, offering a variety of runs for all ability levels. The resort is known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, scenic views of Lake Superior, and uncrowded slopes. Key amenities include on-mountain lodging, dining options, and access to snowshoeing and cross-country trails, making it a versatile destination for winter recreation. Whitecap stands out for its natural snow, diverse terrain, and welcoming environment.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Whitecap Mountain
Lifts
6
Skiable area
400 ac
Longest run
1.6 km / 1 mi
Resort Info
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Whitecap Mountain Resort Bar & Grill – This welcoming spot at the base of the slopes is known for its cozy atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and friendly après-ski scene, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind with drinks and live music after a day on the mountain.
Status unconfirmed
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
Resort closed — no current ski-base depth.
Recent
No new snow has fallen in the past week.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook is not available at this time.
Historic
Season-to-date snow levels are not available, while the 5-year average to date is 172cm.
Status unconfirmed · Data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Great Lakes & Midwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC
Base
395m
Temp
19.2°C
Wind
10.6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
464m
Temp
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Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
533m
Temp
18.4°C
Wind
10.6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
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 Whitecap Mountain (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 21, 3:08 PM
Today 20 / 157mm | Sat, Aug 22 20 / 132.3mm | Sun, Aug 23 17 / 10 | Mon, Aug 24 20 / 8 | Tue, Aug 25 28 / 1313.5mm | Wed, Aug 26 22 / 152.1mm | |||||||||||||
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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) | 0.8 | 1.9 | 4.3 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 1.4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.6 | 11.9 | 0.1 | 1.1 | 0.9 |
| Temp (°C) | 17 | 20 | 16 | 15 | 20 | 16 | 14 | 17 | 13 | 13 | 20 | 12 | 18 | 26 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 17 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 17 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 13 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 24 | 30 | 25 | 24 | 36 | 20 | 23 | 31 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 18 | 35 | 50 | 36 | 25 | 38 | 32 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (533m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
20°
14.6°
21 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
20.1°
12.8°
16 km/h
Sun
23
🌤️
16.8°
9.5°
13 km/h
Mon
24
☁️
20.4°
7.7°
11 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
27.8°
12.5°
19 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
22.3°
15.3°
19 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
18.3°
14.3°
11 km/h
Fri
28
⛅
19.4°
13.5°
11 km/h
Sat
29
☁️
25.3°
10.7°
15 km/h
Sun
30
⛈️
24.7°
16.6°
17 km/h
Summit elevation (533m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 172cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 145cm full-season avg
172cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Whitecap Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 158cm with an average of 90 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 | 21.6cm | 12 days | 5cm | 14cm | 8cm |
| December | 32.9cm | 19 days | 21cm | 33cm | 8.6cm |
| January | 27cm | 18 days | 38cm | 48cm | 6.5cm |
| February | 23.4cm | 15 days | 46cm | 56cm | 6.6cm |
| March | 24.2cm | 12 days | 37cm | 52cm | 7.8cm |
| April | 22cm | 9 days | 15cm | 34cm | 8cm |
| May | 3.7cm | 1 days | 1cm | 11cm | 4.5cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at Whitecap Mountain, ERA5 season snowfall median was 119 cm (47 in), about 19% below 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
119 cm
10 El Niño winters · 19% below median
All-season median
147 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 119 cm | 105 cm – 162 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 142 cm | 130 cm – 165 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 175 cm | 156 cm – 202 cm | 2025, 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.
Frequently asked questions about Whitecap Mountain
- Where is Whitecap Mountain?
- Whitecap Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Whitecap Mountain?
- Whitecap Mountain runs from a base elevation of 395 m (1,296 ft) to a summit of 533 m (1,749 ft), giving a vertical drop of 138 m (453 ft).
- How big is Whitecap Mountain?
- Whitecap Mountain has 400 acres (162 hectares) of skiable terrain and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Whitecap Mountain?
- Whitecap Mountain is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Whitecap Mountain get in a typical season?
- Whitecap Mountain averages 200 inches / 508 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
