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Mt. Baker ski resort

North America

Mt. Baker

Projected to open December 18, 2026

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

Projected to open Dec 18 — closed April 26

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 30

today

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

3cm

Past 10 Days

21cm

7-Day Forecast

7cm

Snow Depth

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❄ Dense, settled
Updated: Oct 30, 10:05 PM•Weather at base: 1,067m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 18

Mt. Baker is projected to open December 18, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: March, January, February. Best weeks: 23 Mar–29 Mar, 30 Mar–5 Apr, 13 Apr–19 Apr.Dec2Jan3Feb1MarAprOpens 18 DecCloses 26 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1March163cm avg · last season 48.5
  2. #2January204cm avg
  3. #3February150cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 23 Mar – 29 Mar · last season 48.2
  2. #2 30 Mar – 5 Apr · last season 39.4
  3. #3 13 Apr – 19 Apr · last season 32.6

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, 10:05 PM UTC

Terrain

Projected to open Dec 18

Projected to open December 18, 2026

38 runs · 11 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

Updated Oct 30 at 10:05 PM

37cm
Season
21cm
Past 10 days48H 3cm · 24H 0cm
4cm
Today
3cm
Next 6 days
Days 8–14 · Pro
5
3
11
Seasontotal
3
Wed28
Thu29
14 daystotal
4
0
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2
1
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TueOct 20
Wed21
Thu22
Fri23
Sat24
Sun25
Mon26
Tue27
TODAY30
Sat31
SunNov 1
Mon2
Tue3
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Freezing line
Snow qualityLight· bestAverage· okayHeavy· wet, skis heavy

Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro

No measurement at mid height (1,309m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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Mt. Baker

About Mt. Baker

Mt. Baker Ski Area is located in the North Cascades of Washington State, renowned for its abundant snowfall and rugged mountain terrain. The resort features a variety of runs across 1,000 acres, catering to both advanced skiers and snowboarders as well as intermediates, with a laid-back, authentic atmosphere. Signature experiences include deep powder skiing, natural terrain features, and the legendary Mt. Baker Legendary Banked Slalom event. Key amenities include multiple lodges, equipment rentals, and a focus on the natural mountain environment.

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Frequently asked questions about Mt. Baker

Where is Mt. Baker?
Mt. Baker is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Mt. Baker?
Mt. Baker runs from a base elevation of 1,067 m (3,501 ft) to a summit of 1,551 m (5,089 ft), giving a vertical drop of 484 m (1,588 ft).
How big is Mt. Baker?
Mt. Baker has 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of skiable terrain, 38 marked runs and 11 lifts.
When is ski season at Mt. Baker?
Mt. Baker typically operates from December 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 Mt. Baker get in a typical season?
Mt. Baker averages 663 inches / 1684 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Mt. Baker in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #406 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -15% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Mt. Baker averaged -15% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -15%, '15-16 -14%, '23-24 -15%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.