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Arizona Snowbowl ski resort

North America

Arizona Snowbowl Resort Guide

Opens November 20, 2026

Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record

Opens Nov 20

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 24

6d ago

Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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7-Day Forecast

6cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 30, 10:02 PM•Weather at base: 2,774m

Resort Guide

Arizona Snowbowl is located on the western slope of Mount Humphreys, just outside Flagstaff, Arizona, and features over 2,300 vertical feet of skiing across 777 acres. The resort offers a mix of beginner to advanced terrain, modern chairlifts including Arizona’s only high-speed six-person lift, and panoramic views of the San Francisco Peaks. Signature experiences include skiing among ancient volcanic peaks and enjoying a long season thanks to extensive snowmaking. Key amenities include on-mountain dining, equipment rentals, and ski and ride school programs.

Resort Info

Summit3,505m
Base2,774m
Vertical731m
Lifts9
Runs61
Skiable Area777 acres
Average snowfall260 inches / 660 cm
CountryUnited States

Season dates

Announced openingNovember 20, 2026

Ski passes

Power Pass

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Agassiz Lodge – Known for its relaxed mountain vibe and scenic views, Agassiz Lodge offers a popular après-ski experience with local craft beers, hearty fare, and a spacious outdoor deck perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:02 PM UTC

1cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-81%

vs 5-Year Avg

7cm avg by now

-67%

vs 30-Year Avg

4cm avg by now

7cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 1.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~1.3 cm. That's 81% below the 5-year average (7 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 67% below the 30-year average (4 cm).

Arizona Snowbowl Season Snowfall

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Arizona Snowbowl Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 151cm with an average of 29 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 34% above this average (203cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November13cm3 days2cm10cm7cm
December25cm5 days8cm17cm9cm
January29cm5 days12cm24cm10cm
February31cm6 days13cm25cm11cm
March29cm5 days12cm26cm10cm
April13cm3 days4cm12cm6cm
May4cm1 days0cm4cm3cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

SnowSure Score by Month

Season 2025-26

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No full season on record

42 days scored, from 22 Feb

33

Best Day

22 Feb

0

Excellent+ Days

Scored 50 or above

0

Powder Days

6cm+ fresh snow

Feb
18.37d
Mar
10.520d
Apr
16.315d

Highest-scoring days

February 2026

  • 3322 Feb
  • 2223 Feb
  • 1824 Feb

March 2026

  • 248 Mar
  • 197 Mar2cm
  • 146 Mar

April 2026

  • 244 Apr
  • 233 Apr
  • 2314 Apr5cm

February scored highest for Arizona Snowbowl in 2025-26. Based on 42 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 20, 2026

Through Apr 18, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

Frequently asked questions about Arizona Snowbowl

Where is Arizona Snowbowl?
Arizona Snowbowl is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Arizona Snowbowl?
Arizona Snowbowl runs from a base elevation of 2,774 m (9,101 ft) to a summit of 3,505 m (11,499 ft), giving a vertical drop of 731 m (2,398 ft).
How big is Arizona Snowbowl?
Arizona Snowbowl has 777 acres (314 hectares) of skiable terrain, 61 marked runs and 9 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Arizona Snowbowl?
Arizona Snowbowl is on the Power Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Arizona Snowbowl?
Arizona Snowbowl typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Arizona Snowbowl get in a typical season?
Arizona Snowbowl averages 260 inches / 660 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.