📷 Brighton
North America
Brighton
Projected to open December 4, 2026
Best months to book: February, April, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 4
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 28
2d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
7-Day Forecast
33cm
Snow Depth
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Storm Watch · north america
Late-October Pacific System
The prediction
Brighton
28cm1–73cm, models far apart
1 resort in the path, 28cm at the biggest. Likely — the models agree on this one.
Forecast discussion
Brighton is in the path of the Late-October Pacific System.
We predict 1–73cm, the models far apart; central figure 28cm, over 31 Oct – 3 Nov, modelled at the summit, 3,200 m, with 14mm of rain. The biggest day is 20cm on 1 Nov. Day by day: snow Mon · rain low, snow high Sat, Sun (above about 2,846 m).
Forecast, not observation. Every number here is the same daily series the chart below and Local Snow read.
Snow by day
Oct 30 – Nov 4, with a day either side. For each resort: where the freeze line sits against the mountain, then what falls — snow in cm, rain in mm — and the day read from those two numbers.
Brightonbase 2,669 m · summit 3,200 m
28cm snow14mm rain
Modelled at the summit, 3,200 m · snow above 2,846 m
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/ raincm · mm
Fri
Oct 30
Mixed
Sat
Oct 31
Mixed
Sun
Nov 1
Mixed
Mon
Nov 2
Snow
Tue
Nov 3
Dry
Wed
Nov 4
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snow Mon · rain low, snow high Sat, Sun (above about 2,846 m)
snowrain low, snow highraindryThe dots are the freeze line — the height where rain turns to snow. Solid: straight from the models. Hollow: estimated from temperature. Above the summit line it rains on the whole mountain; below the base line it snows all the way down. Blue bars are snow in cm, amber bars rain in mm; the totals above are their sums.
Brighton is projected to open December 4, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February56cm avg
- #2April49cm avg · last season 29.5
- #3January61cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 3 Apr – 9 Apr · last season 30.7
- #2 27 Mar – 2 Apr · last season 23
- #3 10 Apr – 12 Apr · last season 23.7
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 09:04 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 4
Projected to open December 4, 2026
66 runs · 9 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 9:04 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (2,935m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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About Brighton
Brighton Resort is located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, and is renowned for its high annual snowfall and varied terrain suitable for all skill levels. The resort features over 1,000 skiable acres, four high-speed quads, and extensive night skiing, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and avid skiers alike. Signature experiences include abundant powder, tree skiing, and a laid-back mountain environment, with amenities such as ski and snowboard schools, equipment rentals, and multiple dining options. Brighton stands out for its accessible terrain, reliable snow conditions, and a reputation as a local favorite for both day and night skiing.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Brighton
- Where is Brighton?
- Brighton is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Brighton?
- Brighton runs from a base elevation of 2,669 m (8,757 ft) to a summit of 3,200 m (10,499 ft), giving a vertical drop of 531 m (1,742 ft).
- How big is Brighton?
- Brighton has 1,050 acres (425 hectares) of skiable terrain, 66 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Brighton?
- Brighton is on the Ikon 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 Brighton?
- Brighton typically operates from December to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Brighton get in a typical season?
- Brighton averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Brighton in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #85 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Brighton averaged +9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Brighton sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -4%, '15-16 -26%, '23-24 +58%. A pattern, not a promise.
