📷 Sunlight
North America
Sunlight
Projected to open December 12, 2026
Best months to book: February, April, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 26
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
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7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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❄ Heavy, wetSunlight is projected to open December 12, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February44cm avg · last season 25.9
- #2April34cm avg · last season 29.2
- #3March42cm avg · last season 19.2
Best weeks to book
- #1 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 29
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 25.9
- #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 21.7
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, 09:01 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 12
Projected to open December 12, 2026
77 runs · 3 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 9:01 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (2,710m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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About Sunlight
Sunlight Mountain Resort is located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, offering over 700 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs. The resort is known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, affordable lift tickets, and uncrowded slopes. Signature experiences include wide-open cruisers, tree skiing, and the unique Ute trail, one of the longest runs in Colorado. Key amenities feature a base lodge with dining, equipment rentals, ski school, and convenient access to nearby hot springs.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Sunlight
- Where is Sunlight?
- Sunlight is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Sunlight?
- Sunlight runs from a base elevation of 2,403 m (7,884 ft) to a summit of 3,016 m (9,895 ft), giving a vertical drop of 613 m (2,011 ft).
- How big is Sunlight?
- Sunlight has 740 acres (299 hectares) of skiable terrain, 77 marked runs and 3 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Sunlight?
- Sunlight is on the Indy 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 Sunlight?
- Sunlight 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 Sunlight get in a typical season?
- Sunlight averages 227 inches / 577 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Sunlight in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #131 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +6% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sunlight averaged +6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +0%, '15-16 +1%, '23-24 +18%. A pattern, not a promise.
