The Tahoe Ski Resort region has experienced notable snowfall following the Christmas Eve storms. As winter conditions settled in, ski resorts prepared for significant terrain expansions, much to the delight of winter sports enthusiasts.
Tahoe Ski Resort Snowfall Totals
Following the recent storms on December 24 and 25, many ski areas in the Sierra Nevada reported impressive snow totals, stimulating interest and activity among skiers.
Mammoth Mountain
- Base depth: 44 inches
- Snowfall at McCoy Station: 57 inches
- Snowfall at summit: 70 inches
- Operational status: All ski operations closed December 26 due to avalanche danger
Northstar
- Base depth: 58 inches
- Latest snowfall: 23 inches in the last 24 hours
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
- Base depth: 30 to 42 inches
- New snowfall: 15 to 17 inches
- Storm totals: 46 to 55 inches
- Season totals: 92 to 117 inches
Palisades Tahoe
- Base depth: 24 inches
- Latest snowfall: 2 feet in the last 24 hours
- Lift status: Three lifts expected to open on December 26
Homewood
- Base depth: Closed
- Latest snowfall: 1 foot of new snow at the top
- Opening update: Schedule to be announced
Kirkwood
- Base depth: 40 inches
- New snowfall: 20 inches
- Trails opening: 18 trails and 4 lifts scheduled for December 26
Sugar Bowl
- Base depth: 31 to 42 inches
- New snowfall: 22 inches
- Uphill travel: Currently closed
Sierra-at-Tahoe
- Base depth: Closed as of December 26
- New snowfall: 26 inches at the summit
- Storm total: Over 3.5 feet
- Opening day: Expected December 27
Diamond Peak
- New snowfall: 13 inches
- Base depth: 16 inches
- Opening: Additional terrain planned for December 26
Heavenly
- New snowfall: 31 inches in the last 48 hours
- Base depth: 37 inches
Upcoming Weather Forecast
The Tahoe area remains under a winter storm advisory until 4 p.m. on December 26. Snow is expected to continue throughout December 27 before clearing up for the New Year’s celebrations.
Daily Weather Outlook
| Date | Weather Conditions | High/Low Temperatures |
|---|---|---|
| December 26 | Heavy snow in the morning, likely snow in the afternoon | High: 40°F / Low: 13°F |
| December 27 | Chance of snow, mostly cloudy | High: 36°F / Low: 7°F |
| December 28 | Mostly cloudy, clearing in the evening | High: 39°F / Low: 4°F |
| December 29 | Clear | High: 43°F / Low: 9°F |
| December 30 | Clear | High: 51°F / Low: 15°F |
| December 31 | Clear, slight chance of snow after midnight | High: 51°F / Low: 22°F |
| January 1 | Mostly cloudy with slight chances of snow | High: 50°F |
The Tahoe Ski region is gearing up for a robust winter season, with ski lovers eagerly anticipating ample snowfall and enjoyable winter conditions. For ongoing updates, check the resort’s official websites.
