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Snow Before You Go | Twice-Weekly North America Snow Forecasts
by Meteorologist Chris Tomer
April 6, 2025
Tomer’s Take
A large dome of high pressure builds across the Intermountain West through 4/13 then the pattern might turn more active. During that period, the flow shifts north to favor the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia for the most precipitation. Expect the freezing level to move to much higher elevations as warm air floods the West. On 4/11 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Northern Idaho, or Northwest Montana. On 4/12 ski British Columbia, Central and Northern Idaho, and Northwest Montana. On 4/13 ski British Columbia, the Banff area, Pacific Northwest, Northern Idaho, or Montana.
This will wrap up my twice-weekly snow forecasts for the season. Thanks for another great season.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 4/6-4/8 and 4/10-4/11. The freezing level jumps to 5,000 feet or higher. Expect 1 to 3 feet of total snow, above 5,000 feet, at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Stevens Pass, Crystal, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation at Utah ski resorts 4/8 and 4/12-4/13. The freezing level jumps to 10,000-11,000 feet. Total snow accumulation of 1-3 inches across the Wasatch at the highest elevations. In Colorado spring has already sprung. Expect light snow 4/13-4/14 at Colorado ski resorts, with very little accumulation. The freezing level jumps to 12,000 feet.
California
Light snow accumulation in California on 4/7. Total snow accumulation of 1-3 inches at Lake Tahoe ski resorts, with none at Mammoth. Approximately 8 inches at Mt. Shasta.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Expect light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts late 4/7-4/9, light snow 4/11, and heavy snow 4/13. The freezing level jumps to 6,000 feet or higher. Total snow accumulation of 5-12 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin above 6,000 feet. Heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 4/7-4/8, light to moderate the morning of 4/9, light on 4/11, and moderate 4/13. The freezing level jumps to 6,000 feet or higher. Total snow accumulation of 8-16 inches above 6,000 feet at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming 4/8-4/9 and light snow 4/12. The freezing level jumps to 8,000 feet or higher. Total snow accumulation of 3-6 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole above 8,000 feet. Expect heavy snow accumulation at Idaho ski resorts 4/7-4/9, and heavy 4/12. The freezing level jumps to 7,000ft at times. Total snow accumulation of 6-14 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer above 7,000 feet, with less at Sun Valley. I’m calling for light to moderate snow accumulation in Montana 4/8-4/9 and 4/12-4/14. The freezing level jumps to 6,000 feet or higher. Total snow of 8-12 inches, above 6,000 feet, with the higher end amounts at Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery, with less at Red Lodge.
Northeast
Expect light snow accumulation for the Northeast 4/8 and a mix of rain and snow 4/11-4/13. Total snow accumulation of 2-8 inches at the ski areas of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York, with less in Massachusetts and Southern New York.
New Mexico
No snow accumulation through 4/13.
April 2, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Lingering snow continues across parts of the West through 4/6 with two additional waves of energy. Then a large area of high pressure builds in through 4/12. On 4/4 ski Colorado or Montana. On 4/5 ski Southern Colorado or Northern New Mexico. On 4/6 ski New Mexico.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 4/7-4/8. Total accumulation of 4-12 inches at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light snow accumulation in Utah 4/3-4/4. Total accumulation of 2-5 inches across the Wasatch. Moderate snow accumulation in Colorado 4/3 and 4/4-4/5. Total accumulation of 8-12 inches in Southern Colorado and 4-8 inches across the Central and Northern Mountain zones.
California
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation at California ski resorts into 4/3. Total accumulation of 1-4 inches at Mammoth and Lake Tahoe ski resorts.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation in Banff into 4/3 and on 4/8. Total accumulation of 3-5 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia ski resorts 4/7-4/8. Total accumulation of 4-8 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 4/4. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect light snow accumulation in Idaho into 4/3 and 4/7-4/8. Total accumulation of 3-7 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer, with less at Sun Valley. light to moderate snow accumulation afternoon 4/3. Total accumulation 3-6 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Snowbowl, Discovery, and Whitefish. Light to moderate snow accumulation at Montana ski resorts 4/3. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Snowbowl, Discovery, and Whitefish.
New Mexico
Expect light snow accumulation at New Mexico ski areas 4/3 and heavy snow 4/4-4/5. Totals of 8-12 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
I’m forecasting rain for the Northeast 4/3 and 4/5-4/6, with only light snow accumulation at the very highest elevations.
March 30, 2025
Tomer’s Take
The pattern turns more active the first week of April with two different storm systems affecting the West. Being spring as it is, freezing levels gradually move to higher elevations as warmer air envelops the high peaks. This will especially be the case in the Northeast. On 4/4 ski Interior British Columbia, Montana, Idaho, Tetons, or the Wasatch. On 4/5 ski Wyoming, Wasatch, or Colorado. On 4/6 ski southern Colorado or New Mexico.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation at California ski resorts 3/31-4/1 and light snow 4/3-4/4. Totals of 1-2 feet at Lake Tahoe, Mammoth, and Mt. Shasta.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Utah 3/31-4/1 and moderate snow 4/2-4/4. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet, with the higher end totals at Brighton, Solitude, Alta, and Snowbird. Heavy snow accumulation in Colorado 4/1, light 4/2-4/4, and moderate 4/5. Totals of 8-16 inches across all mountain zones.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Moderate snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 3/31 and moderate to heavy snow 4/1-4/2. Total accumulation of 5-14 inches at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation 4/1 and moderate to heavy snow 4/2-4/3 in Banff. Total accumulation of 6-10 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. Expect light snow accumulation in Interior British Columbia 3/31-4/1 and moderate to heavy snow 4/2-4/3. Total accumulation of 4-6 inches at Fernie, Red Mountain, Kicking Horse, and Revelstoke.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 3/31-4/1 and light snow 4/3. Total snowfall of around a foot at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole and potentially more at Hogadon. I’m forecasting moderate to heavy accumulation at Idaho ski areas 3/31, light snow 4/1, and moderate to heavy 4/2-4/3. Totals of 6-10 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. Expect light snow accumulation in Montana on the afternoon of 3/31 and heavy snow 4/1. Total accumulation of 4-10 inches, with the higher end totals at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl.
New Mexico
Light snow accumulation at New Mexico ski resorts 4/1-4/2, light to moderate 4/4, and heavy 4/5-4/6. Totals of 8-12 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
Expect a mix of rain, snow, and ice for the Northeast on 3/31, rain late 4/2-4/3, and rain 4/6. Light to moderate snow accumulation at higher elevations.
March 26, 2025
Tomer’s Take
The Western pattern initially favors the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia with a large storm system. A piece of this storm system breaks off and rolls through Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Utah, and Colorado. Further down the road, a more active pattern might hit California and the Intermountain during the first week of April. On 3/28 ski the Pacific Northwest, Northern California, British Columbia, and Banff Area. On 3/29 ski Idaho, Montana, Tetons, or the Wasatch. On 3/30 ski Wyoming, Wasatch, or the Northern Mountains of Colorado.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest into 3/27, moderate snow 3/28, and moderate 3/31. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light to moderate snowfall for Banff 3/28-3/29 and light 4/1-4/3. Total accumulation of 6-10 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia ski resorts 3/27 and moderate to heavy snow 3/28. Totals of 8-12 inches at Fernie, Red Mountain, Kicking Horse, and Revelstoke.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Light to moderate snowfall at Wyoming ski resorts 3/28-3/30 and heavy snow 3/31-4/1. Total accumulation of 10-12 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect light to moderate accumulation in Idaho into 3/28, moderate to heavy snow 3/29, and heavy 3/31-4/1. Total accumulation of 10-14 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation at Montana ski resorts 3/28-3/29, light 3/30, and heavy 3/31-4/2. Total accumulation around 10 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish, with less at Red Lodge.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation in Utah 3/28-3/29 and heavy snow 3/31-4/2. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches across the Wasatch with higher end totals in the Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. I’m forecasting light accumulation in Colorado late 3/28-3/29, moderate 3/30, and heavy snow 3/31 and 4/2-4/3. Totals of 4-10 inches across the central and northern mountain zones with less in the southern zone.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation in California 3/27-3/28 and 3/30-4/1. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet from Lake Tahoe north to Mt. Shasta. Less at Mammoth.
Northeast
I’m forecasting a mix of rain and snow (moderate to heavy) on 3/29 and 3/31. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
New Mexico
I’m not forecasting snow accumulation greater than 1 inch through 3/31 for New Mexico.
March 23, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Out West, a ridge of high pressure builds across the Intermountain West through 3/27 with warmer than normal temperatures. Meanwhile, the flow shifts north to favor the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, and the northern tier of states. Expect higher elevation rain/snow lines because of the warmer temperatures. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation and a warmer storm system for the Northeast by 3/29-3/30. On 3/28 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, or the Tetons. On 3/29 ski Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, the Tetons, or the central and northern mountains of Colorado. On 3/30 ski Northern California or Oregon.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 3/23-3/24 and heavy snowfall late 3/26 into early 3/28. Expect a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total accumulation 1-3 feet including Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, and Timberline, with less at Mt. Bachelor.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Moderate snow accumulation for Banff through 3/24 and heavy snowfall 3/27-3/29, with a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total accumulation of 8-12 inches at Banff ski resorts, including Marmot Basin and Sunshine. Expect heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia into early 3/25 and heavy snow 3/27-3/28. There will also likely be a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total snowfall of 10-24 inches, with the higher end of those snowfall totals at Revelstoke and Kicking Horse.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Moderate snow accumulation for Wyoming ski resorts into early 3/24 and light to moderate accumulation 3/28-3/29. Expect a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. I’m forecasting moderate accumulation at Idaho ski resorts into 3/24 and moderate snow 3/27-3/28, with a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total accumulation around 6-12 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer, with less at Sun Valley. Expect heavy snow accumulation for Montana late 3/27-3/29. Like much of North America, expect a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total snowfall of 10-14 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Red Lodge, Whitefish, Discovery, and Snowbowl.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation for Utah 3/28-3/30, with a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total accumulation of 3-8 inches across the Wasatch, with the higher end of those totals for the Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. Expect moderate snow accumulation in Colorado 3/28-3/30, with a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches across all mountain zones.
California
I’m forecasting moderate accumulation at California ski resorts 3/27 and light snow 3/28 and 3/30. Total accumulation of 2-5 inches at Lake Tahoe and Mammoth, with up to 13 inches at Mt. Shasta.
Northeast
Light to moderate snow accumulation for the Northeast 3/24 and light snow 3/29-3/30 (could end as rain with warmer temps). Total accumulation of 2-8 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Heavier accumulation is possible off Lake Ontario.
New Mexico
Light snow accumulation at New Mexico ski areas 3/26 and 3/27. Total accumulation of 0-2 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
March 19, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Out West, a smaller storm system moves through the Intermountain West through 3/23 then a big ridge of high pressure builds in through 3/28. The flow shifts north to favor the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia for heavy snowfall (and a higher elevation rain/snow line). In the Northeast, two different storm systems slide down the pipeline through 3/24. On 3/21 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Central and Northern Idaho, Northwest Montana, or the Northeast. On 3/22 ski the Tetons, Idaho, Montana, or the central and northern mountains of Colorado. On 3/23 ski the central and northern mountains of Colorado, Tetons, Pacific Northwest, or British Columbia.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest through 3/21 and heavy snow 3/23. Total accumulation of 2-3 feet, along with a higher elevation rain/snow line.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation in Banff 3/20-3/21 and 3/23-3/24. Totals of 3-6 inches, with closer to 6 at Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia through early 3/22 and heavy 3/23-3/24. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet, along with a higher elevation rain/snow line.
Utah & Colorado
Moderate snow accumulation in Utah late 3/21-3/22. Total accumulation of 3-8 inches, with the higher end totals in the Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. For Colorado I’m forecasting light snow accumulation late 3/20 and moderate to heavy accumulation 3/22. Totals of 4-8 inches across the central and northern mountain zones with less in the southern mountains.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect moderate snow accumulation for Wyoming ski resorts 3/20 and heavy accumulation afternoon 3/22. Total accumulation around a foot at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Idaho 3/20-3/22 and light to moderate snow 3/23. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Brundage and Schweitzer, with less at Sun Valley. A higher elevation rain/snow line is also likely. Light to moderate snow accumulation at Montana ski resorts 3/20 and light to moderate snow 3/22. Total accumulation of 4-10 inches at Red Lodge, Big Sky, and Bridger Bowl. Up to 16 inches at Whitefish, Discovery, and Snowbowl.
Northeast
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation or a mix of rain/snow late 3/20-3/21 and moderate snow 3/24. Total snow accumulation of 4-12 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
California
Light residual snow accumulation across Lake Tahoe into early 3/21, then a drier pattern and turning warmer with high pressure through 3/28.
New Mexico
Light snow accumulation at New Mexico ski areas on 3/22 and 3/23. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
March 16, 2025
Tomer’s Take
I’m tracking three different storm systems (possibly four) out West through 3/23, with feet of grand total snow accumulation. It’s going to be a warmer stretch for the Northeast, with rain at ski resorts late 3/16-3/17, and then a chance for light to moderate snow 3/20-3/21 with colder air. On 3/21 ski Idaho, Montana, the Tetons, Wasatch, or Colorado. On 3/22 ski the Pacific Northwest, Interior British Columbia, Idaho, Northwest Montana, the Tetons, or Wasatch. On 3/23 ski Colorado, the Pacific Northwest, Wasatch, or Tetons.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 3/16-3/17 and 3/19-3/24. Total snow accumulation of 2-4 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Mt. Bachelor, and Timberline.
California
Heavy snow accumulation for California ski resorts 3/17 and a combination of light to heavy snowfall 3/19-3/20. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet at Lake Tahoe and Mammoth, with up to three feet at Mt. Shasta.
Utah & Colorado
Expect heavy snow accumulation at Utah ski resorts 3/17-3/18 and 3/20, and moderate snowfall 3/22. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet, with the higher end of those totals in the Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation for Colorado 3/17-3/19, heavy on the afternoon of 3/21, and light to moderate snow 3/22. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet across all Colorado mountain zones.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 3/16-3/18 and 3/20-3/22, with two feet at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation at Idaho ski areas 3/16-3/17, moderate 3/20, light to moderate 3/21-3/22, and light 3/23. Total accumulation of two feet at Brundage and Schweitzer, with a foot at Sun Valley. Expect heavy snow accumulation in Montana 3/16-3/17, light snow on the morning of 3/18, and moderate 3/20 and 3/22. Total snow accumulation around a foot at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation in Banff 3/16-3/17 and 3/20-3/22. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 3/16 through early 3/18 and heavy snow 3/20-3/21. Total snow accumulation of 10-20 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
New Mexico
I’m forecasting light to moderate snowfall in New Mexico 3/18 and 3/22. Total accumulation of 4-8 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
Expect a warmer storm system in the Northeast 3/16-3/17 with mainly rain at ski areas. Then a chance for 1-8 inches of snow accumulation 3/20-3/21.
March 12, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Out West, one powerful storm system delivers heavy snow accumulation 3/13-3/15. A second storm system arrives 3/17-3/19. In the Northeast, it’s going to be a tough stretch of rain/snow 3/16-3/17. On 3/14 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, Idaho, Sierra, or Western Colorado. On 3/15 ski the Pacific Northwest, Tetons, Wasatch, or Western Colorado. On 3/16 ski Interior British Columbia, Schweitzer, Brundage, Northwest Montana, or the Pacific Northwest.
California
For California ski resorts I’m forecasting lingering snow into early 3/13 and then heavy snowfall 3/14 and 3/17. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet at Lake Tahoe, Mammoth, and Mt. Shasta.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 3/13, heavy 3/15-3/16, and moderate 3/17. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
Expect heavy snow accumulation in Utah 3/13 and into early 3/14, moderate snow 3/15, and moderate to heavy 3/18. Total snowfall of 1-2 feet (with pockets of 3 feet) across the Wasatch, with the higher end of those totals in the Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Colorado late 3/13-3/15 and 3/18-3/19. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches across the Western Slope and 6-10 inches at Summit County ski resorts, Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Winter Park, and Eldora.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 3/13 into early 3/14, moderate to heavy snowfall 3/15-3/16, and moderate accumulation early 3/18. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Moderate to heavy snow accumulation for Idaho ski resorts into 3/13 and moderate to heavy snowfall 3/16-3/17. Total snowfall of 1-2 feet at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. In Montana I’m calling for heavy snow accumulation 3/13 into early 3/14, light 3/15-3/16, and heavy 3/17. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish, with less accumulation at Red Lodge.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy accumulation in Banff 3/13-3/14 and light to moderate snow 3/16. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. Expect heavy snow accumulation at Interior British Columbia ski resorts 3/13 and heavy 3/15-3/16. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Fernie, and Red Mountain.
New Mexico
Heavy snow accumulation in New Mexico late 3/13-3/15 and moderate snowfall late 3/18-3/19. Total accumulation of 8-12 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
Expect a rain/snow mix for Northeast ski resorts 3/16 into early 3/17. Total accumulation of 1-4 inches across ski areas in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
March 9, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Out West, high pressure gives way to a deep trough and 2-3 different storm systems between 3/12-3/18 with heavy snow accumulation and colder air. In the Northeast, I’m not forecasting any major storm systems until potentially late 3/16-3/17. On 3/14 ski the Sierra, Wasatch, Idaho, or Tetons. On 3/15 ski the Western Slope of Colorado, Wasatch, New Mexico, or the Sierra. On 3/16 ski the Sierra, Oregon, Idaho, or Tetons.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation in California 3/12 and 3/14-3/17 with weak atmospheric river contribution. Total accumulation of 2-5 feet at Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, and Mammoth.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation to linger into early 3/10, heavy afternoon 3/11-3/13, and heavy 3/15-3/16. Total accumulation 1-3 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Stevens Pass, Crystal, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation in Utah 3/13-3/17. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet across the Wasatch, with the higher end of those totals in the Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. Expect heavy accumulation in Colorado late 3/13-3/15 and heavy snowfall 3/17-3/18. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches across the Western Slope and 4-10 inches east of Vail, including Summit County and the Divide (Breckenridge, Copper, Keystone, A-Basin, Loveland, Winter Park, and Eldora).
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation in Wyoming 3/13, light snowfall 3/14, and heavy 3/15-3/17. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Idaho ski resorts early on 3/10, heavy snowfall 3/11-3/13, and heavy 3/15-3/16. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Schweitzer, Brundage, and Sun Valley. Moderate to heavy snow accumulation at Montana resorts 3/13-3/17. Total accumulation of 8-14 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery. Less at Red Lodge.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Banff into early 3/10 (with a high elevation rain/snow line) and moderate snowfall 3/12-3/14. Total snowfall of 8-12 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. Heavy snow accumulation for British Columbia ski resorts into early 3/10 (with a high elevation rain/snow line), moderate to heavy snow 3/12, and light 3/13-3/15. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Fernie, and Red Mountain.
New Mexico
Expect heavy snow accumulation at New Mexico ski areas 3/13-3/15. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches at Taos, Angel Fire, and Ski Santa Fe.
Northeast
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation 3/10 and light 3/13. Total snow accumulation of 1-4 inches across ski areas in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
March 5, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Three different storm systems are lined up for the West through 3/10. A warmer initial storm delivers rain/snow to Northeast ski areas, then a colder storm system arrives late in the period. On 3/7 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, or Colorado ski resorts. On 3/8 ski New Mexico or British Columbia. On 3/9 ski British Columbia.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation for Pacific Northwest ski resorts 3/8 and heavy snowfall 3/10-3/12. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet at Mt. Baker and Whistler Blackcomb, with significantly less at Stevens Pass, Crystal, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation in Utah through early 3/7 and then moderate snowfall 3/11. Total snowfall of 1-3 feet across the Wasatch, with the higher end totals in the Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation for Colorado into early 3/7 and moderate snowfall 3/11. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches across the Western Slope and Southwest Colorado and 6-8 inches for Vail, Summit County, Loveland, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Eldora, and Winter Park.
California
I’m forecasting residual light snow accumulation at California ski resorts early 3/6 and heavy snowfall 3/10-3/13. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation in Wyoming 3/6 and heavy snowfall 3/11-3/13. Total accumulation of 10-12 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect heavy snow accumulation 3/10-3/13 at Idaho ski areas. Totals of 6-12 inches at Schweitzer, with significantly less at Brundage and Sun Valley. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in Montana 3/6 and moderate to heavy snowfall 3/11. Totals of 3-8 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Red Lodge, Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation in Banff 3/8-3/9 and moderate snow 3/10-3/13. Total snow accumulation of 5-10 inches at Sunshine. Totals could be significantly higher at Marmot Basin, with 15-20 inches. Expect light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 3/8, moderate snow 3/10-3/11, and heavy 3/13. Total snowfall of 5-10 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Fernie, and Red Mountain.
New Mexico
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for New Mexico 3/6-3/8 and light snow 3/11-3/12. Totals of 3-6 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
A mix of rain and snow into early 3/6 for Northeast ski areas. Light snow accumulation 3/6-3/7 and moderate snow 3/10. Total snow of 2-8 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
March 2, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Out West, two different storm systems are lined up through 3/9. In the Northeast, warmer temperatures with a storm system on 3/5 could deliver rain or rain/snow to ski resorts. On 3/7 ski the Tetons, Wasatch, New Mexico, or Western Slope of Colorado. On 3/8 ski the central and northern mountains of Colorado or the Pacific Northwest. On 3/9 ski Interior British Columbia, Banff Area, Pacific Northwest, or the Northeast.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Moderate snow accumulation at Pacific Northwest ski resorts 3/4-3/5 and heavy snowfall 3/8-3/10. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet through 3/9 at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
Expect moderate to heavy accumulation at Utah ski resorts late 3/2 into early 3/4 and heavy snowfall late 3/5 into early 3/6. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet, with the higher end of those totals at ski resorts in the Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons. I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Colorado 3/3-3/4 and heavy accumulation 3/6-3/7. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches across all mountain zones. A few ski resorts might push two feet.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation at California ski resorts 3/5-3/6. Total accumulation 6-12 inches at Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Big Bear, and Mammoth.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Light to moderate accumulation at Wyoming ski areas 3/3 and moderate snowfall 3/6. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Idaho 3/3 and 3/5-3/6. Total accumulation of 2-8 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. Light snow accumulation in Montana on the afternoon of 3/3-3/4 and light to moderate snowfall 3/6. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches at Big Sky, Red Lodge, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light to moderate snow accumulation in Banff 3/3 and heavy snowfall 3/8-3/10. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches through 3/9 at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 3/3 and 3/5 and heavy snowfall 3/8-3/10. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches through 3/9 with the higher end totals at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, and Red Mountain. Less snow at Fernie.
New Mexico
Moderate snowfall 3/3-3/4 and moderate to heavy 3/6-3/7 at New Mexico ski resorts. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
I’m forecasting rain/snow at most Northeast ski areas on 3/5 into early 3/6. The freezing level (rain/snow line) jumps to 7,000 feet in some places. Expect light snow accumulation 3/7-3/8. Total snowfall of 1-4 inches across Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York.
February 26, 2025
Tomer’s Take
It’s slim pickings through this weekend with high pressure in control of the West. Then the pattern shifts with colder air and widespread snow 3/3-3/7. In the Northeast, there are a couple Alberta Clippers that slide through with snow accumulation through 3/2. On 2/28 ski the Northeast, and in particular ski resort in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. On 3/1 ski the Northeast. On 3/2 ski the Sierra or the Northeast.
California
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation at California ski resorts on 3/2 and 3/5. Total accumulation of 2-6 inches at Lake Tahoe ski areas, Mammoth, and Mt. Shasta.
Northeast
Expect moderate snow accumulation in the Northeast 2/27, moderate 3/1, and heavy 3/5-3/6. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Light to moderate snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 2/27. Total accumulation of 2-6 inches at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Light (possibly moderate) accumulation in Wyoming on the afternoon of 3/3-3/5. Total accumulation of 1-4 inches through 3/2 at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect light snow accumulation in Idaho 3/2-3/4. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches through 3/2 at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Montana 3/3-3/4. Total snowfall of 1-3 inches through 3/2 at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish.
Utah & Colorado
Light to moderate snow accumulation in Utah on the afternoon of 3/3-3/5. Total snowfall of 1-5 inches through 3/2 across the Wasatch. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Colorado 3/2, light to moderate 3/3-3/4, and heavy 3/6. Total accumulation of 1-4 inches through 3/2 across all mountain zones.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Expect light snow accumulation in Banff 3/2-3/3. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia ski resorts on 2/27. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches at Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, Fernie, and Revelstoke.
February 23, 2025
Tomer’s Take
The pattern favors the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Central and Northern Idaho, Northwest Montana, and the Tetons for the best new snow through 3/2. A ridge of high pressure builds across the Southwest with warm and dry conditions across California, Arizona, New Mexico, most of Utah, and most of Colorado. A pattern shift might occur on or after 3/2. In the Northeast I’m forecasting a few minor storm systems through 3/2. On 2/28 ski British Columbia or Washington State. On 3/1 ski the Northeast or the Pacific Northwest. On 3/2 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Brundage or Schweitzer.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
A rich flow of moisture (moderate atmospheric river contribution) continues for the Pacific Northwest into 2/25, then the pattern turns drier. Watch for a higher elevation rain/snow line. Total snowfall of 1-3 feet at Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Whistler Blackcomb, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting heavy accumulation for Wyoming ski resorts into 2/24 and early 2/25 and then heavy snowfall 3/2-3/3. Totals of 10-20 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Heavy snow accumulation at Idaho ski areas into early 2/24, heavy snowfall late 2/24 into 2/25, and moderate 3/1. Totals of 1-2 feet at Schweitzer and Brundage, with less at Sun Valley. Watch for a higher elevation rain/snow line into 2/25. Expect moderate to heavy accumulation in Montana 2/24-2/25 and moderate to heavy snowfall 3/2-3/4. Totals of 8-16 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Whitefish, Discovery, and Snowbowl.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Moderate snow accumulation in Banff into 2/24 and light snowfall 2/27, with heavier accumulation at Marmot Basin. The next storm system arrives around 3/2-3/3 with moderate snow accumulation. Total accumulation of 4-8 inches with the higher end totals at Marmot Basin. A rich flow of moisture continues for Interior British Columbia into 2/25. Light snowfall 2/27 and moderate to heavy accumulation 3/1-3/3. Watch for a higher elevation rain/snow line through 2/25. Total snow accumulation of 8-16 inches at Revelstoke, Fernie, Red Mountain, and Kicking Horse.
Utah & Colorado
Light accumulation for Utah ski resorts into 2/24, with moderate accumulation 3/2-3/3. Totals of 2-6 inches across the Wasatch. Expect light snow accumulation in Colorado 2/25 and moderate snowfall 3/2-3/4. Totals of 1-5 inches across all mountain zones.
Northeast
Expect light snow accumulation at Northeast ski areas 2/25-2/27 and moderate snowfall 3/2. Total snow accumulation of 3-8 inches across ski areas in Vermont, New York, New Hampshire, and Maine.
New Mexico
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in New Mexico 2/26 and moderate accumulation 3/2-3/3. Totals of 1-5 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
California
Moderate snow accumulation 3/2. Total snow accumulation of 2-6 inches at Lake Tahoe and Mammoth.
February 19, 2025
Tomer’s Take
The biggest snow accumulation through 2/24 stays across the West with an active jet stream, one storm system, and then a rich Pacific flow into the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Central and Northern Idaho, and Northwest Montana. I’m not forecasting any major snowstorms in the Northeast and only light snow accumulation through 2/24. On 2/21 ski the Wasatch or the central or northern mountains of Colorado. On 2/22 ski the Pacific Northwest or British Columbia. On 2/23 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Central or Northern Idaho, or Northwest Montana.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation through 2/20 in Utah. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches across the Wasatch, with the higher end of those totals at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in the central and northern mountains of Colorado on 2/20 (less in the southern mountains), and light accumulation 2/25. Total accumulation of 5-10 inches across the central and northern mountains with 1-5 inches in the southern mountains.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 2/21-2/25. Totals of 1-3 feet (or more) at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainier and Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation for Wyoming ski resorts into early 2/20 and heavy accumulation 2/23-2/25. Total accumulation of 10-16 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Light snow accumulation at Idaho ski areas into early 2/20 and then heavy accumulation 2/22-2/25. Total accumulation around two feet at Schweitzer and Brundage, with significantly less at Sun Valley. In Montana I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation into 2/20 and heavy accumulation 2/23-2/25, especially in Northwest Montana. Total snowfall of 10-20 inches at Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery, with 6-12 inches at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl.
New Mexico
Up to 2 inches is possible 2/21-2/22.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Moderate to heavy snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 2/22-2/24. Total snowfall of 8-16 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation at Interior British Columbia ski areas 2/22-2/25. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet (or more) at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Fernie, and Kicking Horse.
Northeast
Light snow accumulation afternoon 2/20-2/21, and light afternoon 2/23-2/26. Total accumulation of 1-4 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
California
I’m not forecasting any snow accumulation 2/20-2/24.
February 16, 2025
Tomer’s Take
The West stays active with two different storm systems through 2/23. The second storm system establishes a moist flow for the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia from 2/19-2/24. These same storm systems slide east and turn into snowstorms for the East Coast. On 2/21 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, Central & Northern Idaho, Western Colorado, or the Northeast. On 2/22 ski British Columbia or Washington State. On 2/23 ski Schweitzer, British Columbia, or Washington State.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snowfall in Utah on the afternoon of 2/16-2/18 and heavy snowfall 2/19-2/20. Totals of 1-2 feet across the Wasatch, with the higher end of those totals at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. For Colorado I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation across the central and northern mountains on the afternoon of 2/16-2/18 and heavy snowfall 2/19-2/20. Light to moderate snowfall for the southern mountains. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches across the central and northern mountains of Colorado, with 5-10 inches for ski resorts in the southern mountains.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 2/19 into early 2/20 and heavy snowfall 2/22-2/23. Total accumulation of 2-4 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Rainier and Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect heavy snow accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 2/16-2/19 and light snowfall on 2/20. Total accumulation about two feet (or more) at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Heavy snow accumulation at Idaho ski areas 2/16-2/18, light to moderate snowfall 2/19, and moderate to heavy snowfall 2/23-2/24. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer. Less at Sun Valley. I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Montana 2/16-2/18 and moderate accumulation 2/19-2/20. Additional moderate to heavy snow accumulation is possible 2/22-2/24 at Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches at Whitefish, Snowbowl, Discovery, Big Sky and Bridger Bowl.
New Mexico
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation at New Mexico ski resorts on 2/18 and light 2/21. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation at Banff ski areas into 2/17 and moderate snowfall 2/22-2/24. Total accumulation of 5-10 inches at Sunshine and up to 15 inches at Marmot Basin. Expect a powder day at Interior British Columbia ski areas on Monday 2/17 in the wake of a storm system on 2/16. Then I’m forecasting light to moderate accumulation 2/19 and heavy accumulation 2/20-2/24. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Fernie, and Red Mountain.
Northeast
I’m forecasting a big powder day at Northeast ski resorts on Monday 2/17 in the wake of a large storm system. Then I’m forecasting light snow accumulation 2/20, with 1-3 inches of accumulation at ski areas in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
California
Moderate snow accumulation in California just on the afternoon of 2/19. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches.
February 12, 2025
Tomer’s Take
I’m forecasting big powder for Presidents’ Day Weekend across the West with grand total snow accumulation measured in feet. An active storm track continues for the Northeast, delivering consistent snow accumulation through 2/17. On 2/14 ski the Sierra, Tetons, Central and Southern Idaho, Wasatch, Western Colorado, or Southwest Colorado. On 2/15 ski Colorado, Tetons, Wasatch, and New Mexico. On 2/16 ski Colorado, the Tetons, Northeast, Oregon, or Washington State.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation in California 2/13 into early 2/14. Totals of 3-4 feet from Lake Tahoe to Mammoth. About 2 feet at Mt. Shasta.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation in Utah for the afternoon of 2/13 into early 2/15. Totals of 2-3 feet at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird, with 1-2 feet at Park City, Powder, and Snowbasin. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Colorado late 2/13 into early 2/15 and moderate accumulation 2/17-2/18. Totals of 1-2 feet for most ski areas in all mountain zones. A few locations like Aspen Snowmass, Crested Butte, Silverton, and Wolf Creek could push 2-3 feet.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Moderate snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 2/14, heavy snowfall 2/15-2/17, and heavy snowfall 2/19. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor. I’m calling for 3-6 inches at Whistler Blackcomb.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Wyoming for the afternoon of 2/13 through early 2/15 and heavy snowfall 2/16-2/18. Totals of 20-30 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Heavy snow accumulation in Idaho 2/13-2/14 and light snowfall on 2/16. Totals of 10-12 inches at Sun Valley and Brundage, with about 3-6 inches at Schweitzer. Expect light snow accumulation in Montana 2/13, moderate 2/14-2/15, and heavy 2/16-2/18. Totals of a foot at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl, with about six inches at Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery.
New Mexico
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in New Mexico 2/14-2/15. Totals of 10-20 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
Moderate snow accumulation for the Northeast 2/13 and heavy accumulation 2/15-2/16. Totals of 10-16 inches in Vermont, 8-12 inches in New Hampshire and Maine, and 1-2 feet in parts of New York.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 2/16-2/17. Totals of 2-4 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 2/16-2/17. Totals of 2-6 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Fernie, and Red Mountain.
February 9, 2025
Tomer’s Take
An active stormtrack continues out West through 2/16 with a few different storm systems and feet of grand total accumulation. The pattern is loaded in the Northeast through 2/16 with at least two different storm systems and heavy snow accumulation. On 2/14 ski the Northeast, Lake Tahoe ski resorts, Mammoth, the Wasatch, Brian Head, Silverton, Telluride, Purgatory, Wolf Creek, Crested Butte, or Aspen Snowmass. On 2/15 ski Arizona’s Snowbowl, Brian Head, Colorado, and New Mexico. On 2/16 ski the Northeast or Colorado.
California
Heavy snow accumulation in California later in the week, 2/13-2/14. Total accumulation of 2-3 feet from Lake Tahoe to Mammoth, with less at Mt. Shasta.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snowfall in Utah on the afternoon of 2/13-2/15. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet, with the higher end of that amount at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. It’s possible Little Cottonwood Canyon receives 2-3 feet of snow. Moderate snow accumulation in Colorado late 2/11-2/12 and heavy late 2/13-2/15. Total snowfall of 1-2 feet across most resorts. Western slope and southern mountains could run 2-3 feet.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation later in the week for the Pacific Northwest 2/15-2/17. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Mt. Baker, Crystal, Timberline, Mt. Bachelor, and Stevens Pass, with less at Whistler Blackcomb.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect moderate to heavy accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 2/13-2/15 and heavy snowfall 2/16-2/17. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Moderate snow accumulation in Idaho 2/13-2/14 and moderate to heavy accumulation 2/16-2/17. Total snowfall of 3-10 inches, with the higher end of that amount at Sun Valley and Brundage, with less at Schweitzer. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in Montana 2/13-2/17. Total accumulation of 4-8 inches, with closer to 8 at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl.
New Mexico
Moderate to heavy accumulation at New Mexico ski areas 2/11-2/12 and heavy snowfall 2/14-2/15. Total accumulation of 14-24 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation 2/13 and heavy snowfall late 2/15-2/16 for Northeast ski resorts. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet (or more) across Massachusetts, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 2/15-2/17. Total accumulation of 2-4 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia ski areas 2/15-2/17. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
February 5, 2025
Tomer’s Take
I’m forecasting one final storm system with a weak atmospheric river (AR) contribution that hits the West 2/6-2/7 with more productive snowfall in contrast to the previous storm systems. Rain/snow lines will drop to lower elevations. This pattern remains active through mid-February. I’m seeing a strong snow signal for the Northeast through 2/9 for Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, with accumulation that could be over a foot at numerous ski resorts.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation in California down to 7,000 feet 2/6-2/7. Total accumulation of 12-24 inches at Mt. Shasta, Lake Tahoe ski resorts, and Mammoth.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 2/5-2/6 and 2/8. No snow accumulation at Whistler Blackcomb, while Mt. Baker, Crystal, and Stevens Pass will see 1-5 inches. Expect 5-12 inches at Timberline and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation at Wyoming ski resorts 2/7. Total accumulation of 8-14 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Idaho on the afternoon of 2/6 into 2/7. Total accumulation of 6-8 inches at Sun Valley and Brundage. Less accumulation at Schweitzer. Expect heavy snow accumulation in Montana 2/7. Total snowfall of 6-8 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, and Red Lodge. Less accumulation at Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation in Utah 2/7 down to 6,000 feet. Total accumulation of 6-10 inches, with the higher end of those totals at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Colorado the afternoon of 2/7-2/8. Totals of 5-10 inches in the northern mountains, 2-6 inches in the central mountains, and 2 inches or less in the southern mountains.
Northeast
I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation for the Northeast 2/6 and heavy accumulation 2/8-2/9. Total accumulation of 10-14 inches across Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation at Banff ski areas 2/9. Total snow accumulation of 0-2 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 2/9. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Kicking Horse, and Fernie.
February 2, 2025
Tomer’s Take
We’re in the middle of a moderate intensity atmospheric river (AR) event with feet of snow expected for parts of the West, including California, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, and Utah. There are two additional storm systems to carry this AR moisture across the West through 2/9. Three different storm systems hit the Northeast, each with moderate snow accumulation. Grand totals could be a foot or more. On 2/7 ski the Sierra, Tetons, Bridger Bowl, Big Sky, Sun Valley, Brundage, or Wasatch. On 2/8 ski the Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado, Wasatch, or Tetons. On 2/9 ski the Northeast.
California
The moderate intensity atmospheric river (AR) continues in California through 2/7. Expect heavy snow accumulation 2/4 and 2/6-2/7. Grand totals of 2-5 feet, with the higher end of that above 8,500 feet.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
It looks good for Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana this week. Expect heavy snow accumulation for Wyoming ski resorts into early 2/3 and heavy accumulation 2/5 and 2/7. Total snow accumulation around two feet at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee (on top of what they’ve already received). Heavy snow accumulation for Idaho ski resorts continues into 2/3 and through early 2/5. Expect heavy snow accumulation 2/7. Total snowfall of 2-3 feet at Sun Valley and Brundage, with less at Schweitzer. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Montana 2/3-2/5 and heavy snow 2/7. Totals of two feet at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl and 1-2 feet at Snowbowl and Discovery. Less at Whitefish.
Utah & Colorado
Utah is another snow bullseye. Heavy snow accumulation 2/5 and 2/7. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet (on top of what they’ve already received), with the higher end of that at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in Colorado late 2/5 and moderate to heavy accumulation 2/7-2/8. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches, with the higher end totals in the northern mountains of Colorado. Significantly less accumulation in the southern mountains.
Northeast
Expect three different storm systems through 2/9 at Northeast ski resorts. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation the afternoon of 2/3-2/4, moderate accumulation 2/6, and moderate (possibly heavy) 2/9. Grand totals of a foot or more at the major ski areas of Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation ends late 2/2 into early 2/3. Then expect light snow accumulation 2/5. Totals of 4-8 inches of new snow accumulation this week after some ski resorts received feet of snow over the weekend.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Expect light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts early 2/3 and 2/9. Total accumulation 1-4 inches at Sunshine and Marmot Basin. Light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 2/3. Totals of 1-4 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Fernie, and Kicking Horse.
January 29, 2025
Tomer’s Take
A big pattern change hits the West 1/31-2/5 with 1-2 different storm systems, a moderate surge of atmospheric river (AR) moisture, heavy valley rains, and feet of higher elevation snowfall. In the Northeast, light to moderate snow accumulation continues with a series of Alberta Clippers (weak, fast-moving storm systems from Alberta, Canada). On 1/31 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Mt. Shasta, or Schweitzer. On 2/1 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Mt. Shasta, Tahoe, Idaho, or the Tetons. On 2/2 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, Sun Valley, Brundage, Lake Tahoe resorts, Mt. Shasta, or Big Sky.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest late 1/30-2/1 and moderate accumulation 2/5-2/6. Total accumulation of 1-3 feet, with the higher end of those amounts at Mt. Baker, Crystal and Rainier, Stevens Pass, Mt. Bachelor, and Timberline.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation is ahead for Wyoming ski resorts late 1/31-2/2 and 2/4-2/5. Total snow accumulation of 20-30 inches or more at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Idaho ski areas will see heavy snow accumulation 1/31-2/5. Total accumulation of 15-30 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Montana late 1/31-2/1, moderate 2/2, light 2/3, and heavy 2/4-2/5. Total snow accumulation of 8-14 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation in California late 1/31-2/2 and heavy accumulation 2/4-2/5. Higher elevation mountains, including Mt. Shasta, could hit 50 inches or more. Lake Tahoe resorts are looking at 8-14 inches, with 4-8 inches at Mammoth.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 1/31-2/1, 2/3, and 2/5. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches at Sunshine Village. Heavier accumulation appears likely at Marmot Basin with 8-12 inches. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia ski areas 1/30, with heavy accumulation 1/31-2/1. Total snowfall of 12-15 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy accumulation in Utah 2/1-2/2 and light accumulation 2/5. Total accumulation of 6-10 inches across the Wasatch, with Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird seeing closer to 10. Expect residual light snow accumulation in Colorado early 1/30 across the southern mountains only. Then it’s a dry stretch. The main storm track stays just north of Colorado through 2/5 ,with some relief after. Steamboat and the Northern Mountains might see an inch of accumulation on 2/2.
Northeast
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation continuing into very early 1/30 for Northeast ski resorts. That should make 1/30 a powder day thanks to moderate snow accumulation on 1/29. Then expect moderate snow accumulation 1/31 and light accumulation 2/2-2/23. Total snowfall of 4-10 inches across ski areas in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Lake effect snow accumulation is also likely off Lake Ontario.
New Mexico
Light to moderate accumulation in New Mexico continues into early 1/30. So 1/30 should be a powder day thanks to heavy snow accumulation late 1/29. Then it’s dry until 2/6.
January 26, 2025
Tomer’s Take
An area of low pressure in Southern California generates much needed rain and snow to very dry areas, including Los Angeles and the Southern Sierra Mountains. Then, this low ejects towards the Four Corners, where heavy snow accumulation is possible in Arizona, Southern Utah, New Mexico, and Southern Colorado. Looking further down the road, a pattern change appears likely the first week of February with widespread snow for the West. In the Northeast, a couple Alberta clippers (weak, fast moving storm systems originating in Alberta, Canada) and a stronger coastal storm system are possible through early February.
On 1/31 ski Taos, Ski Santa Fe, Angel Fire, Wolf Creek, Timberline, or Mt. Bachelor. On 2/1 ski Interior British Columbia, the Pacific Northwest, or Schweitzer. On 2/2 ski the Tetons, Wasatch, Colorado, or the Northeast.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 1/31-2/2. Totals of 1-2 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Crystal and Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light snow accumulation 2/1 and moderate to heavy accumulation 2/2 in Utah. Totals of 6-12 inches across the Wasatch with the higher end totals at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. In Southern Colorado expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation 1/28-1/29 and 2/2. Totals of 6-14 inches at Silverton, Telluride, Purgatory, and Wolf Creek. In the central and northern mountains, expect moderate to heavy accumulation on the afternoon of 2/1-2/2. Totals of 5-10 inches at Aspen Snowmass, Crested Butte, Vail, Monarch, Summit County resorts, Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, Winter Park, and Steamboat.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Wyoming 2/1-2/2. Totals of 8-12 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Idaho on the afternoon of 1/31-2/3. Totals of 8-12 inches at Schweitzer, Brundage, and Sun Valley. Expect light snow accumulation in Montana 2/1 and moderate to heavy accumulation 2/2-2/3. Totals of 6-8 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light to moderate snow accumulation for Banff ski areas 2/1-2/2. Totals of 3-6 inches at Marmot Basin and Banff Sunshine. Expect heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia ski resorts 1/31-2/1. Totals of 6-12 inches at Red Mountain, Fernie, Kicking Horse, and Revelstoke.
New Mexico
Heavy snow accumulation 1/30-1/31 and moderate accumulation 2/2 in New Mexico. Totals of 8-16 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Northeast
In the Northeast I’m forecasting light snow accumulation 1/28, moderate accumulation 1/29, and heavy accumulation 2/2. Totals of 6-12 inches at Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine ski areas and up to 18 inches at Snow Ridge in New York.
Tomer’s Take
January 22, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Two cold fronts affect parts of the West through 1/26. The second front is stronger. In the Northeast, I’m only forecasting light snow accumulation. On 1/24 ski Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Snowbowl, or the Tetons. On 1/25 ski the Wasatch or the central or northern mountains of Colorado. On 1/26 ski Mammoth, the Wasatch, Brian Head, or the central or northern mountains of Colorado.
Utah & Colorado
Moderate accumulation for Utah late 1/24-1/25. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches, with closer to 6 at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. Expect moderate snow accumulation at Brian Head 1/25-1/27 with 3-6 inches. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Colorado into early 1/23 and moderate to heavy accumulation late 1/24-1/26 across the central and northern mountain zones with totals of 4-12 inches. The southern mountain zone can expect moderate snow accumulation 1/25-1/28 with totals of 3-8 inches.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light snow accumulation in Wyoming 1/24. Total accumulation of 1-3 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Light snow accumulation, up to an inch, late 1/24-1/25 in Idaho at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation 1/24. Total snow accumulation 1-6 inches with the higher end amounts at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl and Red Lodge.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Banff 1/23-1/24, but likely just at Marmot Basin, and only about 1 inch. Expect light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/23. Total snow accumulation of 1-3 inches at Revelstoke and Kicking Horse. No accumulation at Red Mountain and Fernie.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation in the Pacific Nortwest on 1/23, with up to 2 inches at Mt. Baker, Rainier and Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, Bachelor, and Whistler Blackcomb.
Northeast
Light snow accumulation 1/24 and 1/26 for Northeast ski areas. Total snow accumulation of 1-4 inches across Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Both Snow Ridge and Whiteface could benefit from lake effect snow with 2-7 inches of accumulation.
California
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation 1/25-1/26. Total snow accumulation of 1-5 inches from Lake Tahoe to Mammoth. No accumulation at Mt. Shasta.
January 19, 2025
Tomer’s Take
I’m forecasting two different cold fronts for the Intermountain West through 1/26 with light to moderate snow accumulation. In the Northeast, 1-2 different storm systems deliver light to moderate snow accumulation. On 1/24 ski Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, Fernie, Whitefish, Discovery, Bridger Bowl, Big Sky or the Tetons. On 1/25 ski the Tetons, or the Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado. On 1/26 ski Southern Colorado or New Mexico.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m calling for moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming 1/24. Totals of 4-6 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect very light snow accumulation in Idaho on 1/23. Total snow accumulation of up to 2 inches at Schweitzer, Brundage, and Sun Valley. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in Montana 1/24-1/25. Totals of 6-8 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, and Red Lodge, with 3-6 inches at Snowbowl, Whitefish, and Discovery.
Utah & Colorado
Very light snow accumulation for Utah into 1/20, with up to 2 inches across the Wasatch. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Colorado into 1/20 and moderate accumulation 1/25. Totals of 3-8 inches across all mountain zones. Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Winter Park, Steamboat, and Aspen Snowmass are among the resorts that could see 8 inches.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation at Banff ski areas 1/23. Total accumulation of 2-4 inches at Banff Sunshine and Marmot Basin. Moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/23-1/24. Total snow accumulation of 3-6 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest on 1/23. Total accumulation 1-5 inches at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Rainier, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Northeast
For the Northeast I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation into 1/20 and light accumulation 1/26. Total snow accumulation of 3-6 inches for New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts.
New Mexico
Light snow accumulation in New Mexico 1/20 and 1/26-1/27. Total accumulation of 3-6 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
California
No snow through 1/26.
January 15, 2025
Tomer’s Take
An Arctic Front with snow accumulation and the coldest air of the season hits Montana, Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico 1/17-1/19. In the Northeast, I’m forecasting light snow accumulation through 1/20 and cold air temps. On 1/17 ski Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, or the Tetons. On 1/18 ski Steamboat, Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, Winter Park, Eldora, Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Aspen Snowmass, or Vail. On 1/19 ski Southern Colorado, Northern New Mexico, or the Northeast.
Utah & Colorado
Light snow accumulation in Utah late 1/17-1/18. Totals of 2-6 inches across the Wasatch with higher end totals at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Colorado late 1/17-1/18 and light to moderate accumulation late 1/19 into early 1/20. Total accumulation of 4-12 inches across all Colorado mountain zones, with closer to a foot (8-12 inches) at Steamboat, Loveland, A-Basin, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Winter Park, Snowmass, and Aspen.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming 1/17-1/19. Total snow accumulation of 2-6 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. There will be little snowfall in Idaho for this period, with an inch or less of accumulation through 1/19. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Montana 1/17 and light accumulation 1/18. Total accumulation of 3-8 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Red Lodge. Less at Whitefish. Air temps drop well below zero.
New Mexico
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for New Mexico 1/18 and light to moderate accumulation 1/20. Totals of 4-12 inches at Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation 1/16-1/17 for Banff ski resorts. Total snow accumulation of 1 inch with air temps below zero. Up to 6 inches at Marmot Basin. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/16 and light accumulation 1/17. Total accumulation of 3-8 inches at Revelstoke and Kicking Horse. Less than 3 inches at Fernie and Red Mountain.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest 1/16. Totals of 1-2 inches at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, and Stevens Pass. No accumulation in Oregon during this period.
Northeast
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation for the Northeast 1/18-1/20. Total snow accumulation 2-6 inches at the major ski areas.
California
No snow accumulation in the forecast.
January 12, 2025
Tomer’s Take
An Arctic cold front hits Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico 1/17-1/19, with the coldest air of the season and moderate snow accumulation. In the Northeast, a storm system delivers snow accumulation 1/13-1/14, then waves of much colder air. On 1/17 ski Revelstoke, Marmot Basin, Kicking Horse, Bridger Bowl, or Big Sky. On 1/18 ski the Tetons, Wasatch, Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, or the central and northern Mountains of Colorado. On 1/19 ski Southern Colorado or Northern New Mexico.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation and much colder air in Wyoming 1/17-1/18. Total snowfall of 4-8 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Light snow accumulation is possible in Idaho around 1/17-1/18, but overall it’s a rather dry forecast. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Montana into 1/13 and moderate to heavy accumulation on 1/17-1/18. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl. Less accumulation at Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Utah 1/18. It’s more of a glancing blow than a direct hit. Totals of 3-6 inches at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, Brighton, Park City, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain, and Snowbasin. I’m forecasting below zero air temps and moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Utah 1/18-1/19. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches across all mountain zones and ski areas.
New Mexico
I’m forecasting light snow in New Mexico on 1/13 and moderate to heavy snow accumulation late 1/18-1/19, along with much colder air. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches at Taos, Angel Fire, and Ski Santa Fe.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snow accumulation for Banff ski areas 1/16-1/17. Totals of 1 inch at Banff Sunshine and up to 5 inches at Marmot Basin.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Very light snow accumulation for the Pacific Northwest on 1/16. Total snow accumulation around 1 inch at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor. Expect light to moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/16-1/17. Total snow accumulation of 1-5 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Northeast
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation for the Northeast 1/13-1/14 and light snow accumulation 1/18-1/19. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
California
No snow accumulation for California through 1/19.
January 8, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Two different storm systems are coming down the pipeline for the Intermountain West through 1/13. The first storm system is minor, while the second storm system is bigger. In the Northeast, I’m not forecasting anything major. On 1/10 ski the Pacific Northwest or Interior British Columbia. On 1/11 ski Brundage, Schweitzer, Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, the Tetons, Wasatch, or the central & northern mountains of Colorado. On 1/12 ski the central & northern mountains of Colorado, Wasatch, Tetons, Big Sky, or Bridger Bowl.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Light snow trickling into early 1/9 for Wyoming, followed by moderate to heavy accumulation 1/10-1/12. Total snowfall of 8-12 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Idaho 1/10 and light 1/11. Total snow accumulation of 3-6 inches at Schweitzer and Brundage, with less at Sun Valley. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation to continue in Montana into early 1/9. Heavy snowfall 1/10-1/12. Total snow accumulation of 12-14 inches at Big Sky, a foot at Bridger Bowl, and 3-6 inches at Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Discovery.
Utah & Colorado
Moderate snow accumulation in Utah late 1/10-1/11 and light 1/12. Total snow accumulation of 5-10 inches, with the higher end of those amounts at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. Expect light snow accumulation in Colorado early 1/9 and light to moderate accumulation 1/11-1/12. Totals of 4-12 inches across the central and northern Mountain zones. The southern mountains receive 2-6 inches.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
Light snowfall in Banff 1/10, with total snow accumulation of around 1 inch. Up to 4 inches at Marmot Basin. Expect moderate snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/10 and light 1/11. Total of 3-8 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Fernie, and Kicking Horse.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest on 1/10. Total snow accumulation of 5-12 inches at Mt. Baker, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, Mt. Bachelor, and Whistler Blackcomb.
Northeast
Light snow accumulation to continue for Northeast ski areas into 1/9. Then light accumulation 1/11 and light accumulation 1/13-1/14. Total snow accumulation of 2-8 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
California
I’m not forecasting any snow accumulation through 1/13.
January 5, 2025
Tomer’s Take
A consistent West-Northwest Flow continues out West with two additional storm systems for Wyoming, Utah, and Colorado through 1/12. In the Northeast, a larger storm system is possible 1/11-1/12. On 1/10 ski the Pacific Northwest or British Columbia. On 1/11 ski the Tetons, Wasatch, Montana, central and northern Mountains of Colorado, or the Northeast. On 1/12 ski the Northeast.
Northeast
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in the Northeast 1/7-1/8, and potentially heavy accumulation 1/11-1/12. Total snow accumulation of 10-20 inches across Massachusetts, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 1/10-1/11. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches at Mt. Baker, Whistler Blackcomb, Crystal and Rainier, Stevens Pass, Mt. Bachelor, and Timberline.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming into 1/6 and moderate accumulation 1/10-1/11. Total snow accumulation of 8-12 inches at Grand Targhee, Jackson Hole, and Hogadon. I’m calling for light snow accumulation in Idaho 1/10 and 1/12 at Brundage and Schweitzer. Total snowfall of 3-6 inches, though very little accumulation at Sun Valley. It’s looking like moderate snow accumulation for Montana into 1/6, then light on 1/8 and moderate to heavy 1/10-1/11. Total snow accumulation of around a foot at Big Sky and Bridger Bowl, and 4-6 inches at Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Utah 1/6 and moderate accumulation late 1/10-1/11. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches, with the higher end of those totals at Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Colorado 1/6-1/7 and light to moderate accumulation 1/11. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches across the central and northern mountain zones, with less accumulation in the southern mountains.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
It’s largely a dry period for Banff ski resorts, with little more than an inch of snow through 1/12. Expect light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/7-1/8 and light to moderate snowfall on 1/10. Total snow accumulation of 1-6 inches at Fernie, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Revelstoke.
California
The stormtrack stays north of Tahoe and Mammoth with no snow accumulation through 1/12.
January 1, 2025
Tomer’s Take
Two different storm systems deliver powder to the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, and Colorado. In the Northeast, snow continues with a storm system early 1/2, followed by much colder Arctic air. On 1/2 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, Idaho, Northeast, and central and northern mountains of Colorado. On 1/3 ski Oregon, Idaho, Northwest Montana, or the Tetons. On 1/4 ski Mt. Shasta, the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Tetons, Wasatch, or Montana. On 1/5 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, or central and northern mountains of Colorado.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect moderate snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 1/2 and heavy accumulation 1/3-1/5. Grand totals of 1-2 feet for Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal and Rainier, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation should continue for Wyoming into 1/2, light snowfall on 1/3, heavy 1/4, and light on 1/5. Grand totals of 15-20 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Expect light snow accumulation to continue for Idaho ski areas early 1/2, and moderate snowfall 1/3 into early 1/4. Grand total snow accumulation of 8-12 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Montana 1/2, moderate 1/3, heavy 1/4, and moderate 1/6. Grand totals of 7-14 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation should continue for Utah into 1/2, with moderate to heavy snowfall 1/4 and light 1/5. Grand totals of 10-16 inches, with the higher end of those totals at Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude. Expect light to moderate snow accumulation to continue for Colorado into 1/2, moderate accumulation 1/4-1/5, and light 1/6. Grand totals of 6-14 inches across the central and northern Mountain zones. There will be significantly less in the southern mountains of Colorado.
Northeast
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation, with strong 30-60 mph wind gusts, into 1/2 for the Northeast. Grand total snowfall of 8-16 inches 1/1-1/2 for ski areas in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York. Lake-effect snow accumulation is also likely.
California
I’m calling for light to moderate snow accumulation on 1/3 and light accumulation on 1/6. Grand total snow accumulation of 2-6 inches at Mammoth and Lake Tahoe ski areas. Up to 16 inches at Mt. Shasta.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
It’s looking like light snow accumulation for Banff ski areas through 1/4, with 1-3 inches of total snowfall. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 1/2-1/6. Total accumulation of 3-7 inches at Revelstoke, Fernie, Red Mountain, and Kicking Horse.
December 29, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The final surge of heavy snow continues into early 12/30 along with strong wind gusts across Idaho, Tetons, Wasatch, and the central and northern mountains of Colorado. The pattern 1/1-1/6 favors many of the same areas. For the Northeast, rain is likely 12/29-12/30, followed by a cold front 1/1-1/2 that brings moderate to heavy snow accumulation.
On 12/31 ski the central and northern mountains of Colorado, the Tetons, or Wasatch. On 1/1 ski the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, Idaho, or Tetons. On 1/2 ski the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Tetons, Wasatch, Montana, or northern mountains of Colorado.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 12/30, moderate 12/31-1/2, heavy 1/3, and light 1/4-1/5. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet at Mt. Baker, Stevens Pass, and Crystal, with less at Whistler Blackcomb. Up to 3 feet at Timberline and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Heavy snow accumulation ends in Wyoming early 12/30. Then it returns 1/1-1/5. Total snow accumulation of 20-30 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. I’m calling for light to moderate snow accumulation in Idaho 1/1-1/2 and heavy snowfall 1/3-1/4. Total snowfall of 10-14 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. Heavy snow accumulation ends in Montana early 12/30. Then it’s moderate snowfall 1/1-1/2 and heavy snowfall 1/4-1/6. Total snow accumulation of 10-14 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
California
Snow ends on 12/29 in California. Then expect a rain/snow line in the Lake Tahoe area of around 8,000 feet, with light to moderate accumulation 1/3. Total snow accumulation of 2-6 inches at Mammoth and Lake Tahoe ski areas during this period.
Banff & Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation through 1/4 for Banff ski areas, with 1-3 inches of total snow accumulation. Expect light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 12/30-12/31 and light snowfall 12/3-12/4. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches at Kicking Horse and Revelstoke. Up to a foot at Fernie and Red Mountain.
Utah & Colorado
Heavy snow accumulation ends in Utah early 12/30. Then it’s light snowfall 1/1-1/2 and heavy 1/3-1/4. Total snow accumulation of 10-20 inches, with the higher end of those amounts at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. Moderate snow accumulation ends in Colorado early 12/30 (but strong wind continue). Then it’s light snowfall 1/1-1/2 and moderate to heavy accumulation 1/4. Total snow accumulation of 8-14 inches across the central and northern mountain zones with less in the southern mountain zones.
Northeast
I’m forecasting rain showers for the Northeast 12/29-12/30. Then moderate to heavy snow accumulation 1/1-1/2 and light 1/4-1/5. Total snow accumulation of 6-14 inches across Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and parts of Upstate New York.
December 26, 2024
Tomer’s Take
A rich flow of moisture and series of storm systems deliver feet of grand total accumulation to parts of the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, the Tetons, Wasatch, and Central and Northern Colorado through 1/1. It’s mainly rain in the Northeast 12/29-12/30, with colder air moving in around 1/1 and beyond. On 12/26 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Mt. Shasta, Idaho, and the Tetons. On 12/27 ski the Wasatch, Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado, Pacific Northwest, Lake Tahoe resorts, and British Columbia. On 12/28 ski the Tetons, Wasatch, Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado, and Idaho. On 12/29 ski the Tetons, Idaho, Pacific Northwest, Northwest Montana, and Mt. Shasta.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 12/26-12/29, and heavy accumulation 1/1-1/3. Grand total snow accumulation of 3-7 feet at Mt. Baker, Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Rainier and Crystal, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Bullseye alert for Wyoming. Heavy snow accumulation is headed for Wyoming 12/26-12/30, with grand totals of 3-4 feet at Jackson Hole and 20-30 inches at Grand Targhee. Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Idaho 12/26-12/29. Grand totals of about 2 feet at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation 12/26-12/28 and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/29-12/30. Grand total snow accumulation of a foot at Whitefish, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Bridger Bowl, and 1-2 feet at Big Sky.
California
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in California 12/26-12/27 and heavy accumulation 12/29. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches at Mammoth Mountain and Lake Tahoe ski resorts. Up to two feet at Mt. Shasta.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
It’s looking like light snow accumulation for Banff ski areas 12/29-12/30. Grand totals of 1-3 inches. For Interior British Columbia I’m forecasting light snow accumulation 12/25, moderate accumulation 12/26, and heavy accumulation the afternoon of 12/27-1/3. Grand totals of 1-3 feet at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Fernie, and Red Mountain.
Utah & Colorado
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Utah 12/26-12/27, light to moderate accumulation 12/28, and heavy accumulation 12/29. Grand totals of 2-3 feet at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton and 10-20 inches at Park City, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain, and Snowbasin. I’m calling for light snow accumulation in Colorado 12/26, moderate to heavy accumulation 12/27-12/28, light accumulation 12/29, and light accumulation 12/30. Grand totals of 1-2 feet across most of the Central and Northern Mountain zones. Less accumulation in Southern Colorado.
Northeast
Expect rain at Northeast ski areas 12/29-12/30, then a chance for moderate snow accumulation and colder air 1/1-1/3.
December 22, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The stormtrack for Christmas week favors the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia early in the period. Then it shifts to the south and delivers heavy snow accumulation and colder air to Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, and Colorado, in addition to the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia, between 12/26-12/30. I don’t have anything major for the Northeast during this period. On 12/24 ski the Northeast, Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Bachelor, Timberline, Crystal, Stevens Pass, Mt. Baker, or Whistler Blackcomb. On 12/25 ski Idaho, the Tetons, Wasatch, or Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado. On 12/26 ski the Pacific Northwest, Interior British Columbia, Lake Tahoe resorts, Mt. Shasta, or Idaho ski resorts.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest at higher elevations 12/22-12/23, moderate accumulation 12/24, and heavy accumulation 12/25-12/30. Total snow accumulation of 2-5 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal and Rainier, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
California
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in California above 8,000ft 12/22 and possibly early 12/23. Heavy snow accumulation 12/24 and moderate to heavy snow accumulation 12/26-12/29. Total snowfall of 1-2 feet at Mammoth and Lake Tahoe ski resorts, with more at Mt. Shasta.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming 12/23, light accumulation 12/25, light to moderate accumulation 12/26 and 12/28, and heavy snow accumulation 12/29-12/30. Total snow accumulation of around two feet at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. I’m calling for light snow accumulation in Idaho 12/23, 12/24, and 12/26-12/27, moderate accumulation 12/28, and heavy 12/29. Total snowfall of around two feet at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Montana 12/23, light accumulation 12/24-12/26 and 12/28, and heavy 12/29-12/30. Total snow accumulation of 10-20 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Snowbowl, and Whitefish.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
It’s looking like light to moderate snow accumulation at the Banff ski resorts 12/27-12/30. Total snow accumulation of 3-6 inches. Interior British Columbia resorts should see snow accumulation late 12/22-12/23, light to moderate accumulation 12/24, and heavy 12/26-12/29. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet (or more) at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Kicking Horse, and less at Fernie.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Utah the afternoon of 12/22-12/23, light to moderate accumulation late 12/24-12/25, moderate 12/26-12/28 and 12/30. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet, with the higher end of those totals at Brighton, Solitude, Alta, and Snowbird. Expect light snow accumulation in Colorado 12/23 (especially the Northern Mountains), light to moderate 12/25 and 12/27, and moderate 12/30. Total snow accumulation 10-20 inches across the Central and Northern Mountain zones, with less in the Southern Mountains.
Northeast
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation for the Northeast on the afternoon of 12/23-12/24 and light the afternoon of 12/26-12/27. Total snow accumulation 3-6 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
December 18, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The pattern favors the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Idaho, and Montana through 12/23, then a 12/24-12/25 storm system buckles the jet stream to the south delivering snow to California, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. In the Northeast, I’m not forecasting anything major through Christmas. On 12/20 ski the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, or Northern Idaho. On 12/21 ski the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, or British Columbia. On 12/22 ski Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, or Idaho. On 12/23 ski Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, or British Columbia.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest on the afternoon of 12/19, heavy accumulation 12/21, and heavy accumulation 12/22 and 12/24-12/26. Total snow accumulation of 2-4 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal and Rainier, and Stevens Pass. Down in Oregon, it’s looking like 1-2 feet at Timberline and Mt. Bachelor, with less at Mt. Ashland.
California
I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in California 12/21, moderate accumulation 12/23, and heavy accumulation 12/24 and 12/26. Total snow accumulation of 1-3 feet at Mammoth, Lake Tahoe resorts, and Mt. Shasta.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light snow accumulation in Wyoming 12/22, light to moderate accumulation 12/23, and light to moderate accumulation 12/24-12/25 and 12/27. Total snow accumulation of 8-14 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. I’m forecasting light snow in Idaho on the afternoon of 12/21, light accumulation 12/23, heavy 12/24, and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/26-12/27. Total snow accumulation of 10-20 inches at Schweitzer, Brundage, and Sun Valley. In Montana I’m calling for light snow accumulation 12/21-12/22, light accumulation 12/23, heavy accumulation 12/24-12/25, and moderate accumulation 12/27. Total snow accumulation of 5-14 inches at Big Sky, Discovery, Bridger Bowl, and Snowbowl, with less at Whitefish.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
Expect light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 12/24 and 12/26. Total snow accumulation of 1-5 inches. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia on the afternoon of 12/19, light to moderate accumulation 12/21-12/24, and heavy accumulation 12/26. Total snowfall of 1-2 feet at Revelstoke and Red Mountain, with less at Fernie and Kicking Horse.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Utah 12/23, heavy accumulation 12/24-12/25, and moderate accumulation 12/27. Total snow accumulation of 8-16 inches, with Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude seeing the higher end of those amounts. Expect light snow accumulation in Colorado 12/23, moderate to heavy accumulation 12/25, and light accumulation on 12/27. Total snowfall of 6-12 inches across the Southern, Central, and Northern Mountain zones.
Northeast
It’s looking like light snow for the Northeast early on 12/19, 12/20, and on 12/24. Total snow accumulation of 2-6 inches across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
December 15, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The storm track through 12/24 favors California, the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah for the highest probability of snow. In the Northeast, a larger storm system with heavy snow accumulation is possible 12/20-12/21. On 12/16-12/17 ski the Tetons. On 12/17-12/18 ski Interior British Columbia. On 12/20-12/21 ski Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. On 12/22-12/23 ski the Sierra and the Wasatch.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
It’s an active period in the Pacific Northwest. Expect moderate snow accumulation 12/16, heavy accumulation 12/17, light accumulation 12/19-12/20, and heavy accumulation 12/22. Total snow accumulation of 2-3 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal and Rainier, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
California
Snow continues for parts of this period in California. Expect moderate snow accumulation 12/16 and heavy accumulation 12/22-12/23. Total snowfall of 8-12 inches from Mammoth to Lake Tahoe’s ski resorts and 1-2 feet at Mt. Shasta.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Wyoming on 12/16 and light accumulation on 12/23. Total snowfall of 8-12 inches. Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Idaho 12/16 and light to moderate accumulation 12/22-12/23. Total snow accumulation of 6-12 inches. In Montana I’m calling for moderate snow accumulation 12/15-12/16 and light snow accumulation 12/23. Total snow accumulation of 6-8 inches at Big Sky, Discovery, Bridger Bowl, Snowbowl, and Whitefish.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
Expect heavy snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 12/17-12/18. Total snowfall of 8-12 inches at Sunshine Village and Marmot Basin. For Interior British Columbia I’m calling for light snow accumulation 12/16, heavy accumulation 12/17-12/18, and light accumulation 12/23. Total snowfall of 1-2 feet at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Northeast
Expect light rain/snow in the Northeast on 12/17, light snow accumulation 12/18-12/19, and heavy snow accumulation 12/20-12/21. Total snow accumulation of 10-20 inches at the major ski areas in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Utah 12/16-12/17 and heavy accumulation 12/23. Total accumulation of 6-10 inches across the Wasatch with the higher end of those totals at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. The main storm track stays north of Colorado, but the northwest flow delivers some moisture to the Northern Mountains. Expect moderate snow accumulation in the Northern Mountains on 12/17 and light to moderate accumulation 12/23-12/24. Total snow accumulation of 6-10 inches around Steamboat, Buffalo Pass, and Cameron Pass. Less accumulation across the Central Mountains and Southern Mountains.
December 11, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The best new snow through 12/20 is out West with two different storm systems. A weak surge of atmospheric river moisture is possible across the Sierra 12/13-12/14. In the Northeast, it’s mainly rain on 12/11 then colder with lake-effect snow 12/12 and beyond. On 12/13 ski Tahoe, Shasta, Wasatch, PNW, or the Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado. On 12/14 ski Idaho, Lake Tahoe resorts and Mammoth, Interior British Columbia, or the Pacific Northwest. On 12/15 ski the Wasatch, Tetons, or Central and Northern Mountains of Colorado.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest on 12/12, moderate accumulation 12/13, and heavy accumulation 12/14. Totals of 1-2 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal and Rainier, Timberline, Mt. Bachelor, and Mt. Ashland.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m calling for light snow accumulation in Wyoming 12/13 and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/15. Totals of 10-14 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Idaho 12/14. Totals of 8-14 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. For Montana I’m forecasting moderate accumulation late 12/14-12/15. Totals of 2-8 inches at Big Sky, Snowbowl, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, and Whitefish.
California
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in California 12/12, then a weak to moderate surge of atmospheric river moisture delivering heavy snow accumulation 12/13-12/14. Totals of 1-2 feet at Tahoe and Mammoth, and 3-4 feet at Shasta.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Utah late 12/12-12/13 and moderate to heavy snow accumulation 12/15. Totals of 8-14 inches, with the higher end totals at Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird. In Colorado it’s looking like light snow accumulation 12/13 and moderate snow accumulation 12/15-12/16. Totals of 3-8 inches across the Central and Northern Mountain zones. Less accumulation in the Southern Mountains.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation around Banff late 12/12-12/13 and light accumulation 12/14-12/15. Totals of 2-6 inches at Sunshine Village and Marmot Basin. For Interior British Columbia it’s looking like light snow accumulation late 12/12-12/13, moderate to heavy accumulation 12/14, and light to moderate accumulation 12/18. Totals of 8-12 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, and Fernie, with less at Kicking Horse.
Northeast
Expect rain changing to light snow accumulation in the Northeast late 12/11 into 12/12. Then colder air rotates in and lake-effect snow develops.
December 8, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The stormtrack favors the Northeast, British Columbia, and Pacific Northwest through 12/13. Then the jet stream shifts to the south with a series of low-pressure systems for the West after 12/14. On 12/12 ski the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, or British Columbia. On 12/13 ski the Pacific Northwest or British Columbia. On 12/14 ski Mt. Shasta, Lake Tahoe resorts, Oregon, or Washington. On 12/15 ski Central or Northern Idaho, the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Oregon, Mt. Shasta, or Lake Tahoe resorts.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation 12/12-12/13 and heavy snow accumulation the afternoon of 12/14-12/15. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal and Mt. Rainier, Stevens Pass, Timberline, and Mt. Bachelor.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m calling for light to moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming between 12/8-12/9 and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/16-12/17. Total snow accumulation of about a foot at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Expect light snow accumulation in Idaho on 12/9 and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/14-12/17. Total snow accumulation of 8-16 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer, with less snow at Sun Valley. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Montana between 12/8-12/9 and moderate accumulation 12/16-12/17. Total snow accumulation of 2-8 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Snowbowl, Whitefish, and Discovery.
California
I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in California 12/14-12/15 and heavy accumulation 12/16-12/17. Total snow accumulation of 1-3 feet at Mt. Shasta, Lake Tahoe resorts, and Mammoth.
Utah & Colorado
Expect very light snow accumulation in Utah on 12/9, light accumulation on 12/15, and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/17. Total snow accumulation of 5-10 inches. It’s looking like light snow accumulation in Colorado on 12/9 and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/15-12/17. Total snow accumulation of 2-8 inches across the Southern, Central, and Northern mountain zones.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
I’m calling for light snow accumulation at Banff ski resorts 12/15-12/16. Totals of 1-4 inches. Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia resorts from 12/14-12/15. Totals of a foot at Revelstoke and Red Mountain, with less at Kicking Horse and Fernie.
Northeast
Expect light snow accumulation for the Northeast late 12/9. On 12/11 it looks like rain, which will change to snow at ski areas on 12/12. Lake-effect snow will likely follow this storm system. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches at the major ski areas of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York.
December 4, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The most active weather stays in the Northeast early in the period. Out West, a large ridge of high pressure keeps the ski areas dry until 12/7 then a storm system with colder air races through 12/8-12/9. Ski the Northeast 12/5-12/6. Ski Interior British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest on 12/7. Ski the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming on 12/8. Ski Colorado or the Northeast on 12/9.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light snow accumulation in Utah late 12/8 into 12/9. Totals of 1-5 inches across the Wasatch. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in Colorado on the afternoon of 12/8 through 12/9. Totals of 3-8 inches in Central and Northern Mountain Zones. Slightly less accumulation in the Southern Mountains.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest late 12/6 through 12/7 and heavy snow accumulation 12/12-12/13. Totals of 1-2 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal/Rainier, and Timberline.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming 12/8-12/9 and moderate accumulation 12/13. Totals of 6-10 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Idaho 12/7-12/8 and heavy accumulation 12/12-12/13. Totals of 5-14 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. In Montana it’s looking like heavy snow accumulation 12/8-12/9 and light to moderate accumulation 12/12-12/13. Totals of 6-14 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
California
Expect moderate snow accumulation at Mt. Shasta on 12/12-12/13. Otherwise, my forecast is dry for Lake Tahoe and Mammoth.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for the Banff area late 12/6-12/7 and light accumulation 12/10. Totals of 3-8 inches. Expect heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia late 12/6-12/7 and heavy accumulation 12/12-12/13. Total snow accumulation of 6-16 inches at Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie.
Northeast
I’m calling for moderate snow accumulation in the Northeast through 12/5, plus lake-effect snow accumulation through 12/6. Then, expect light snow accumulation 12/7-12/8, and moderate accumulation 12/9. Total snow accumulation of 4-12 inches at the major ski areas of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York.
December 1, 2024
Tomer’s Take
High pressure keeps the West very dry through 12/7. It’s a waiting game for the pattern to change. A cold front dives south from Canada with a chance for accumulating snow in Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and New Mexico on 12/8-12/10. Heavy lake-effect snow continues for the Northeast early through 12/2. Then a storm system races in from 12/4-12/6 with moderate to heavy snow accumulation at many of New England’s major ski areas. Ski the Northeast 12/2 and 12/5-12/7. Ski Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah 12/8-12/10.
Northeast
Expect heavy accumulation across the favored lake-effect areas on 12/2. Then expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation 12/4-12/6 with 4-12 inches of total accumulation in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Utah 12/8-12/9 with 2-6 inches. I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation in Colorado 12/9-12/10 with 3-8 inches. Possibly 4-10 inches in Southern Colorado.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 12/5, and heavy accumulation 12/6-12/7 at the highest elevations. There will be a high-elevation rain/snow line.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light snow accumulation in Wyoming 12/8 with 1-4 inches of snow accumulation. Idaho is looking at light to moderate snow accumulation 12/7-12/8 with 1-4 inches. I’m forecasting light to moderate snow accumulation in Montana 12/8-12/9 with 1-5 inches.
California
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in California late 12/7 into 12/8 with 1-3 inches.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
Expect a mostly dry stretch for the Banff area, except for light snow accumulation on 12/7. Total accumulation of 1-4 inches. For Interior British Columbia I’m calling for light snow accumulation on 12/5 and moderate to heavy accumulation 12/6-12/8. Total snow accumulation of 4-8 inches.
November 27, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The final storm system of the atmospheric river storm cycle exits Utah and Colorado 11/27. Then this storm system moves into the Northeast with moderate to heavy snow accumulation 11/28-11/29. On 11/27 ski Colorado or Utah after Tuesday and Wednesday’s snowfall. On 11/28 and 11/29 ski the Northeast. On 11/30 ski Colorado, the Northeast, or high latitudes of British Columbia.
Northeast
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation at the major ski areas 11/28 into early 11/29. Total snow accumulation of 6-14 inches in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York. Lake-effect snow is likely at Snowridge.
Utah & Colorado
Expect light snow accumulation in Utah the morning of 11/27 before turning drier. High pressure builds 11/28-12/1. Total additional snow accumulation of 1-4 inches. In Colorado expect moderate snow accumulation the morning of 11/27 before it turns drier as high pressure builds 11/28-12/1. Total snow accumulation of 4-10 inches across all mountain zones.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Wyoming and Idaho could see light snow on 11/27, but then it’s a mainly dry forecast with high pressure building the afternoon of 11/27-12/1. In Montana it’s a mainly dry forecast with high pressure building 11/27-12/1.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
It’s a mainly dry forecast for the Pacific Northwest 11/27-12/1.
California
It’s a mainly dry forecast for California 11/27-12/1.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
Interior British Columbia could see some light snow, but it’s a mainly dry forecast 11/27-12/1 for the region.
November 24, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The pattern this week starts active across California, Utah, and Colorado with heavy snow accumulation. Then the stormtrack shifts East with a storm system developing in the Midwest for Thanksgiving and possibly moving into the Northeast with heavy snow accumulation and lake-effect snow. On 11/28, Thanksgiving Day, ski Colorado or the Northeast as the big storm system approaches. On 11/29 ski the Northeast, Interior British Columbia, or Banff. On 11/30 ski Mammoth, Northeast ski resorts, or Snow Ridge, New York. On 12/1 ski Snow Ridge, New York, which could see significant accumulation due to lake-effect snow.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect light snow accumulation on 11/25 with totals of 1-4 inches at Baker, Whistler Blackcomb, Crystal, Stevens Pass, and Timberline.
California
Expect heavy snow accumulation 11/25-11/26, and light to moderate on 11/29. Total snow accumulation of 8-12 inches across Lake Tahoe’s ski resorts and Mt. Shasta, with up 2-3 feet at Mammoth.
Utah & Colorado
Expect heavy snow accumulation in Utah late 11/25-11/26. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet across the Wasatch, with snowfall that’s closer to 2 feet at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. In Colorado I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation 11/24-11/25 and heavy accumulation 11/26 into early 11/27. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet for all mountain zones with some localized 3 foot totals.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
I’m calling for moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming 11/26 with totals of 4-10 inches at Jackson Hole, Grand Targhee, and Teton Pass. Expect light snow accumulation in Idaho 11/25-11/27, and 11/29. Totals of 1-4 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation on 11/26 with totals of 1-3 inches at Big Sky, Snowbowl, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, and Whitefish.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
Expect light snow accumulation in Banff on 11/25 and 11/28-11/29. Totals of 3-6 inches. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 11/25, 11/28-11/29, and 12/1. Totals of 3-8 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, and Kicking Horse. Up to 12 inches at Fernie.
Northeast
I’m forecasting mainly rain on 11/26 (mix or some snow at highest elevations), then heavy snow accumulation 11/28-11/29. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 feet at the ski areas of New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Over two feet is possible at Snow Ridge with the addition of lake-effect snow between 11/29-12/2.
November 20, 2024
Tomer’s Take
A moderate to strong intensity atmospheric river (AR), the first of the season, runs through 11/23. It’s targeting the Sierra, Cascades, and high volcanoes with feet of snow accumulation and hurricane force wind gusts. Then, some of this moisture gets carried into Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Utah, and Colorado through 11/28. On 11/22 and 11/23 hit the Sierras, the High Cascades and volcanoes of Oregon and Washington, British Columbia, and Idaho. On 11/24 and 11/24 ski the Sierra, Tetons, Wasatch, and Central & Northern Mountains of Colorado.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect moderate to heavy accumulation in the Pacific Northwest 11/20-11/21, heavy accumulation 11/22, light to moderate accumulation 11/23-11/24, and heavy accumulation 11/28-11/29. Total snowfall of 10-20 inches at Whistler Blackcomb, Stevens Pass, Baker, Rainier, and Crystal. Less accumulation at Timberline.
California
Expect light snow accumulation in California the afternoon of 11/20-11/21, heavy snowfall 11/22-11/23, and heavy snowfall 11/24-11/25. Totals of 2-3 feet at Mt. Shasta, Mammoth, and Lake Tahoe.
Utah & Colorado
Expect moderate to heavy accumulation in Utah 11/23-11/24, and light snowfall 11/25. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. I’m calling for 8-16 inches at Park City, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain, and Snowbasin. I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation in Colorado the afternoon of 11/24-11/26. Total accumulation of 1-2 feet across the Central and Northern Mountain zones. The Southern Mountain zone is looking at 5-10 inches.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light to moderate accumulation in Wyoming 11/23, light accumulation late 11/25-11/26, and moderate accumulation 11/28-11/29. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. In Idaho expect moderate to heavy accumulation 11/20-11/23, and moderate accumulation 11/28-11/29. Total accumulation of 10-20 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. I’m forecasting light accumulation in Montana 11/21-11/22, moderate to heavy accumulation 11/23-11/24, and moderate accumulation 11/28. Total snow accumulation of 8-16 inches at Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, Whitefish, and Snowbowl.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in the Banff area 11/21-11/23, and moderate accumulation 11/28-11/29. Total accumulation of 6-12 inches. Expect light to moderate accumulation for Interior British Columbia 11/21-11/22, moderate accumulation 11/22-11/23, light accumulation 11/24, and moderate accumulation 11/28-11/29. Total accumulation of 8-16 inches (or more) at Revelstoke, Fernie, Kicking Horse, and Red Mountain.
Northeast
There are two chances for snow in the Northeast but only at higher elevations above 3,000 feet. Expect light snow accumulation the afternoon of 11/21-11/22 and heavy accumulation late 11/22-11/23. The higher elevations of New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine could see 3-12 inches. Mount Washington is the bullseye with 1-2 feet.
November 17, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The pattern will be dominated by an atmospheric river setup between 11/20-11/23 that targets the Sierra, Cascades, and high volcanoes. Feet of snow accumulation is possible. A piece of this moisture gets blown into Interior British Columbia, parts of Idaho, the Tetons, and Northwest Montana.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect heavy snow accumulation in the Pacific Northwest from 11/17 into 11/18. A large storm system then comes through 11/20-11/22 with heavy snow accumulation. Total snow accumulation of 1-3 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Crystal Mountain, Stevens Pass, Timberline and Mt. Hood, and Mt. Bachelor.
California
A moderate intensity atmospheric river is possible 11/20-11/23 in California. Expect light snow accumulation late 11/17 into 11/18, heavy snow accumulation late 11/20-11/21, heavy accumulation late 11/22-11/23, and heavy accumulation 11/25-11/26. Totals of 2-4 feet at Mammoth and Lake Tahoe. There’s the possibility of much more snow at Mt. Shasta.
Utah & Colorado
In Utah expect light snow accumulation 11/18, moderate accumulation 11/23-11/24, and heavy accumulation late 11/25-11/26. Totals of 6-14 inches at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, Brighton, Park City, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain, and Snowbasin. I’m forecasting light snow accumulation in Colorado late 11/18-11/19, and moderate to heavy accumulation late 11/24-11/26. Totals of 4-12 inches across the central and northern mountain zones. Less accumulation in the Southern Mountains of Colorado.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Wyoming on 11/18, moderate accumulation 11/23, and moderate to heavy accumulation 11/25-11/26. Totals of about two feet at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. In Idaho I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation 11/17-11/18, light to moderate accumulation 11/20, and moderate to heavy accumulation 11/22-11/23. Snow totals of 10-20 inches at Sun Valley, Brundage, and Schweitzer. In Montana it looks like moderate to heavy snow accumulation on 11/18, light accumulation 11/21-11/22, and moderate to heavy accumulation the afternoon of 11/23-11/24. Totals of 8-14 inches at Big Sky, Discovery, Whitefish, Snowbowl, and Red Lodge, with less snowfall at Bridger Bowl.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
Precipitation overrun generates light to moderate snow accumulation in the Banff area 11/17-11/18 and moderate accumulation 11/20-11/23. Total accumulation of 5-14 inches. Expect light to moderate snow accumulation in Interior British Columbia on 11/18, light accumulation on 11/20-11/21, and moderate to heavy accumulation on 11/22. Totals of 8-16 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Kicking Horse, and Fernie.
Northeast
Snow is possible the afternoon of 11/21-11/22 at higher elevations. I’m forecasting 1-3 inches at most ski areas in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York. Mount Washington could see a foot.
November 13, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The pattern through 11/20 continues to favor the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana for the highest chances of accumulating snowfall. Ski the Pacific Northwest, Banff, or Idaho resorts that have opened for the season.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation across the high Cascades and volcanoes on 11/14 and the afternoon of 11/16-11/18. Total snow accumulation will range from 1-3 feet at Whistler Blackcomb, Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainier, Stevens Pass, and Timberline. Oregon is your best bet, where Timberline opened earlier this month, and Mt. Bachelor opens Friday. Mt. Hood Meadows is having a preview weekend Friday to Sunday.
California
I’m forecasting light accumulation 11/14-11/15 and light accumulation late 11/17-11/18. Snowfall totals of 1-4 inches at Mt. Shasta, Lake Tahoe resorts, and Mammoth, which opens on Friday. Note that Mt. Rose is currently the only ski resort open in the Lake Tahoe area.
Utah & Colorado
Ski areas are just starting to open in Utah. Brian Head was the first, opening in early November, while Solitude is opening this weekend for daily operations. Nevertheless, in Utah I’m forecasting light snow accumulation the afternoon of 11/15-11/16, and moderate snow 11/18-11/19. Totals of 6-8 inches at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. Less accumulation at Park City, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain, Brian Head, and Snowbasin. Expect moderate to heavy snow accumulation in Colorado 11/19-11/20. Totals of 4-8 inches at Aspen Snowmass, Vail, Copper, Breckenridge, Steamboat, Loveland, A-Basin, Keystone, Winter Park, and Eldora. Less accumulation in the Southern Mountains. You can see Colorado’s open resorts here.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect moderate snow accumulation in Wyoming the afternoon of 11/15-11/16 and moderate snowfall 11/18-11/19. Totals of 8-16 inches at Grand Targhee (opening November 22) and Jackson Hole (opening November 29). In Idaho I’m forecasting moderate snow accumulation from 11/13-11/14, heavy 11/17, and light 11/18. Totals of 6-15 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer with less at Sun Valley. Lookout Pass (open on weekends at the moment) is currently your best option in Idaho until later this month. Expect moderate snow accumulation in Montana the afternoon of 11/15-11/16 and moderate to heavy snow on 11/18. Totals of 8-16 inches at Big Sky, which opens November 27. Less accumulation at Whitefish, Bridger Bowl, Discovery, and Snowbowl, all of which will be opening in a few weeks.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation 11/14-11/15 and the afternoon of 11/16-11/17 for Banff and Interior British Columbia. Totals of 8-16 inches at Revelstoke, Red Mountain, Kicking Horse, and Fernie. Less accumulation at Sunshine Village and Marmot Basin (opening Friday) with 6-12 inches. The Banff area resorts are your best option this weekend.
Northeast
I’m not forecasting any snow accumulation through 11/20 for the northeast. The ski season is just getting underway in New England, with Sunday River opening on November 14.
November 10, 2024
Tomer’s Take
The pattern through 11/17 mirrors the weak La Niña pattern that will dominate this winter. The storm track favors the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, and northern tier for best snowfall thanks to two different storm systems. Head to the Pacific Northwest for the best accumulation through 11/17.
California
Expect moderate to heavy accumulation in California on 11/11 with 4-8 inches at Lake Tahoe resorts and Mt.Shasta. Expect light accumulation 11/14-11/15 with 1-3 inches. Overall there will be less accumulation at Mammoth Mountain, which opens on Friday.
Utah & Colorado
I’m forecasting light accumulation in Utah 11/10 with 1-4 inches and an additional 1-4 inches of light accumulation 11/15-11/16. Grand totals of 5-8 inches at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton. Expect less accumulation at Park City, Deer Valley, Powder Mountain, Snowbasin, and Brian Head. In Colorado expect light accumulation late 11/12-11/13 with 1-4 inches and light accumulation late 11/16-11/17 with 1-3 inches. The best accumulation will be across the Western Slope.
Pacific Northwest & Whistler
Expect heavy snow accumulation through 11/11-11/14 across the high Cascades and volcanoes with totals of 3-4 feet. I’m forecasting moderate to heavy snow accumulation 11/16-11/17 with 8-16 inches.
Wyoming, Idaho & Montana
Expect light snow accumulation in Wyoming on 11/12 with 1-2 inches. I’m forecasting moderate accumulation 11/15-11/16 with 4-8 inches at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Moderate snow accumulation late 11/17 into 11/18 with 3-6 inches. Grand totals of 8-16 inches at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Through Central and Northern Idaho I’m forecasting heavy snow accumulation 11/11-11/14 with 6-12 inches and moderate to heavy accumulation on 11/17 with 5-10 inches. Less accumulation at Sun Valley. Grand totals of 10-20 inches at Brundage and Schweitzer. For Montana I’m forecasting moderate to heavy accumulation late 11/11-11/12 with 6-12 inches. Expect moderate snow accumulation on 11/14 with 3-6 inches and heavy accumulation 11/15-11/16 with 8-16 inches. Less overall accumulation at Bridger Bowl and Whitefish.
Banff and Interior British Columbia
I’m forecasting light snow accumulation for the Banff area late 11/11-11/12, 11/13, and 11/16-11/7. Grand totals of 3-6 inches. Expect heavy snow accumulation for Interior British Columbia 11/11-11/14 with 1-2 feet of accumulation. I’m forecasting heavy accumulation 11/16-11/17 with 8-16 inches.
Northeast
I’m only forecasting light snow accumulation on 11/12.
April 15, 2025
