North America
Snowbird Resort Guide
Opens November 27, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Opens Nov 27 — closed May 10
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 28
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
2cm
7-Day Forecast
33cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Snowbird is a ski resort located in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, offering over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain and an average annual snowfall of 500 inches. The resort is known for its challenging runs, varied terrain suitable for all skill levels, and a scenic alpine setting. Key amenities include slope-side lodging, a pedestrian village, multiple dining options, and a renowned aerial tram that provides access to the summit. Snowbird stands out for its long ski season, deep powder, and direct access to neighboring Alta Ski Area.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Snowbird
Lifts
14
Skiable area
2500 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed 66
- High-speed quad4
- Double chair1
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Opened by Thanksgiving 3 of 10 seasons on record · last miss 2025-26
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
The Tram Club – A classic après-ski bar located at the base of Snowbird, The Tram Club is renowned for its lively atmosphere, pool tables, big-screen TVs, and signature cocktails, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the mountain.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 31, 12:02 AM UTC
34cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-40%
vs 5-Year Avg
56cm avg by now
+60%
vs 30-Year Avg
21cm avg by now
56cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 33.5 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~33.6 cm. That's 40% below the 5-year average (56 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 60% above the 30-year average (21 cm).
Snowbird Season Snowfall
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Snowbird Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 327cm with an average of 68 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 52% above this average (497cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 35cm | 7 days | 13cm | 29cm | 10cm |
| December | 50cm | 10 days | 42cm | 65cm | 11cm |
| January | 54cm | 10 days | 74cm | 94cm | 11cm |
| February | 50cm | 10 days | 91cm | 109cm | 11cm |
| March | 48cm | 11 days | 99cm | 117cm | 10cm |
| April | 42cm | 10 days | 83cm | 104cm | 9cm |
| May | 19cm | 4 days | 43cm | 70cm | 6cm |
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
77 days scored, from 22 Feb
48
Best Day
7 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
7
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4222 Feb
- 3826 Feb6cm
- 3627 Feb
March 2026
- 487 Mar10cm
- 413 Mar9cm
- 394 Mar2cm
April 2026
- 414 Apr
- 393 Apr9cm
- 3917 Apr7cm
May 2026
- 301 May1cm
- 236 May5cm
- 227 May1cm
February scored highest for Snowbird in 2025-26. Based on 77 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2025-26)
155 days
Dec 7, 2025 → May 10, 2026
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 27, 2026
Through May 10, 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 Snowbird
- Where is Snowbird?
- Snowbird is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Snowbird?
- Snowbird runs from a base elevation of 2,365 m (7,759 ft) to a summit of 3,353 m (11,001 ft), giving a vertical drop of 988 m (3,241 ft).
- How big is Snowbird?
- Snowbird has 2,500 acres (1,012 hectares) of skiable terrain, 149 marked runs and 14 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Snowbird?
- Snowbird is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. 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 Snowbird?
- Snowbird typically operates from November 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 Snowbird get in a typical season?
- Snowbird averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
