Sunlight ski resort

📷 Sunlight

North America

Sunlight

21

Fair

stable

Closed for Season — closed April 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Apr 12

today

Past 24 Hours

0.6cm

Past 48 Hours

6.9cm

Past 10 Days

16.2cm

14-Day Forecast

23.8cm

Snow Depth

27cm

Updated: Apr 12, 7:31 PMWeather at base: 2403m

Resort Guide

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.

Resort Info

Summit3016m
Base2403m
Vertical2010m
Lifts3
Runs77
Skiable Area740 acres
Avg Snowfall227 inches / 577 cm
CountryUnited States

Top Après Ski

The Last Turn Lounge – Known for its welcoming atmosphere and rustic charm, this classic après-ski bar at Sunlight Mountain Resort is a favorite for skiers to unwind with local brews, hearty food, and live music, making it a central hub for post-slope relaxation and socializing.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
21
Fair
stable

Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.

Currently, Sunlight has a snow depth of 27cm with mainly clear conditions and a temperature of 9°C. In the past week, you've seen 10cm of new snow, which is a nice touch for your spring skiing experience. The forecast suggests an average of 16cm over the next two weeks, so keep your fingers crossed for more fresh powder!

AI-generated summary

This resort is closed for the season. Scores and weather data are still updated for informational purposes.

Depth

71cm depth - good coverage on most runs.

Recent

No significant recent snowfall.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 07:31 PM UTC

Snow Summary

3016mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 7:41 PM

16cm
24h
24cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
16
Prev10d
Now12
0.6
M13
10.2
T14
0.4
W15
T16
5.4
F17
S18
Past
Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Colorado region

Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 07:31 PM UTC

Freezing Level

2970m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

2403m

Temp

13.1°C

Wind

15.8km/h

Snow Depth

27cm

14-Day Forecast

12.2cm

Mid-Mountain

2710m

Temp

11.1°C

Wind

15.8km/h

Snow Depth

27cm

14-Day Forecast

15.1cm

Summit

3016m

Temp

9.1°C

Wind

15.8km/h

Snow Depth

27cm

14-Day Forecast

16.1cm

Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3016m)

ECMWF
23.8cm
GFS
13cm
GEM
10.3cm
JMA
12cm
ICON
13.1cm
Météo-Fr
3.2cm
SnowSure™
12.6cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

12

🌧️

9.3°

-5.7°

Mon

13

❄️

6.2°

-4.3°

0.6cm

Tue

14

❄️

0.8°

-6.6°

10.2cm

Wed

15

❄️

2.6°

-7.4°

0.4cm

Thu

16

8.8°

-7.6°

Fri

17

❄️

1.7°

-12.2°

5.4cm

Sat

18

☁️

-1.9°

-19°

Sun

19

☁️

3.5°

-12.1°

Mon

20

11.1°

-9°

Tue

21

❄️

8.2°

-6.5°

0.8cm

Summit elevation (3016m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 07:31 PM UTC

199.8cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-23%

vs 5-Year Avg

260cm avg by now

-23%

vs 30-Year Avg

260cm avg by now

260cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased to 232.5 cm, notably exceeding the 30-year average of 199.7 cm. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly with a significant spike to 304.7 cm, while other recent years have remained closer to the 5-year mean. However, the current season's snowfall is substantially below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at only 73% and 85% of those benchmarks, respectively, indicating a marked short-term decline following a period of above-average snowfall.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.