North America Weekly Snow Roundup #298
Weekly Snow News for North America, updated 21 January 2026: Lake-effect snow boosts Midwest and Northeast, while Western regions stay dry, sunny and unseasonably mild.
- Midwest and Northeast enjoy storm-driven snowfall
- Western North America remains dry and mild
- Terrain openings expand despite limited fresh snow
North America Snow Report and Ski Conditions
Western North America has seen another predominantly dry and sunny week.
While higher resorts in California, Wyoming and Utah continue to benefit from earlier snowfall, many Colorado resorts remain locked in a battle to open terrain during an unusually dry season.
In contrast, Eastern North America and the Midwest experienced multiple storm systems and lake-effect snow, significantly improving coverage.
Western Canada Snow Report and Ski Conditions
Western Canada had a cold, sunny week with limited snowfall. Lake Louise posted North America’s biggest accumulation, recording 38 cm (15") in 72 hours and now reporting 100% open terrain. Whistler Blackcomb saw base temperatures reach +7 °C, though it continues to offer over 7,000 acres of skiable terrain.
Western Canada Snow Forecast
A colder pattern sets in, with upper slopes between -5 and -15 °C. Snowfall remains light, with firm, wintry surfaces prevailing.
Eastern Canada Snow Report and Ski Conditions
Eastern Canada returned to bitter cold following last week’s mild spell. Mont Tremblant now reports 100% open terrain, while most Ontario and Quebec resorts operate at 80–90% capacity. Le Massif has announced an early season closure due to an ongoing staff strike.
Eastern Canada Snow Forecast
Very cold conditions persist, with upper-mountain temperatures between -12 and -22 °C and minimal new snowfall.
US West Coast Snow Report and Ski Conditions
Warm temperatures and sunshine have returned to the Pacific coast. Lower slopes across the Pacific Northwest are suffering, although California resorts remain in good shape due to deep earlier snowfall. Palisades has nearly 90% of terrain open, while Heavenly remains fully open. Alaska continues to offer colder, snowier conditions.
US West Coast Snow Forecast
Freeze–thaw cycles dominate California and Oregon, with limited snowfall. Alaska remains far colder and more wintry.
US Rockies Snow Report and Ski Conditions
The Rockies experienced another mostly dry week. Colorado resorts continue incremental terrain openings, while Wyoming’s Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee lead the region for snowfall and base depth.
US Rockies Snow Forecast
Cold, mostly dry weather persists, with wide temperature swings and only light snow expected.
US Midwest Snow Report and Ski Conditions
The Midwest enjoyed one of its snowiest weeks of the season. Lake-effect snow hammered Michigan, with Mount Bohemia adding over 40 cm (16") and now reporting the region’s deepest base.
US Midwest Snow Forecast
Cold, changeable conditions continue, with minimal snowfall expected and moderate winds.
US East Coast Snow Report and Ski Conditions
The Northeast recorded a cold, snowy week with frequent snowfall. Killington leads the region with over 90% of terrain open, while Snowshoe Mountain reports the deepest base.
US East Coast Snow Forecast
Another bitterly cold week lies ahead, with deep-freeze temperatures, light snowfall and moderate winds.
