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Showdown Montana ski resort

North America

Showdown Montana Resort Guide

Projected to open Dec 11

Projected to open December 11, 2026

Best months to book: April, March, February · 30-yr snow record

Projected to open Dec 11

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 27

3d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

11cm

7-Day Forecast

4cm

Snow Depth

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❄ Dense, settled
Updated: Oct 30, 11:05 PM•Weather at base: 2,073m

Resort Guide

Showdown Montana is a ski resort located in the Little Belt Mountains of central Montana, offering 640 acres of skiable terrain with a variety of runs suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, three chairlifts, and a base lodge with dining and rental services. Signature experiences include uncrowded slopes, consistent natural snowfall, and a welcoming environment ideal for both beginners and seasoned skiers.

Resort Info

Summit2,499m
Base2,073m
Vertical426m
Lifts4
Runs36
Skiable Area640 acres
Average snowfall200 inches / 508 cm
CountryUnited States

Season dates

Projected openingDecember 11, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Top Après Ski

The Hole in the Wall Bar – A cozy and welcoming spot located at the base of Showdown Montana, known for its friendly atmosphere, hearty drinks, and classic après-ski camaraderie, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:05 PM UTC

30cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

+86%

vs 5-Year Avg

16cm avg by now

+57%

vs 30-Year Avg

19cm avg by now

16cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 29.8 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~29.8 cm. That's 86% above the 5-year average (16 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 57% above the 30-year average (19 cm).

Showdown Montana Season Snowfall

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Showdown Montana Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 244cm with an average of 66 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 23% above this average (301cm 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
November26cm7 days12cm22cm7cm
December29cm9 days29cm42cm6cm
January30cm9 days47cm61cm6cm
February30cm9 days60cm71cm6cm
March31cm9 days63cm76cm7cm
April39cm10 days59cm74cm8cm
May26cm5 days27cm54cm9cm

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

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 11, 2026

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 Showdown Montana

Where is Showdown Montana?
Showdown Montana is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Showdown Montana?
Showdown Montana runs from a base elevation of 2,073 m (6,801 ft) to a summit of 2,499 m (8,199 ft), giving a vertical drop of 426 m (1,398 ft).
How big is Showdown Montana?
Showdown Montana has 640 acres (259 hectares) of skiable terrain, 36 marked runs and 4 lifts.
How much snow does Showdown Montana get in a typical season?
Showdown Montana averages 200 inches / 508 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.