North America Weekly Snow Roundup #311
Weekly Snow News for North America, updated 23 April 2026: Late-season snowfall of up to 50cm (20") hits western resorts as spring warmth accelerates thaw elsewhere.
- Fewer than 30 ski areas remain open across North America
- Up to 50cm (20") fresh snowfall reported in western regions
- Mammoth extends season into late May after storms
- Spring warmth accelerates thaw across most regions
- Jay Peak surpasses 400 inches seasonal snowfall
Canada Snow Report
Only seven ski areas remain open across Canada, mainly in Alberta and British Columbia. Western regions saw up to 50cm (20") of fresh snowfall this week. Sunshine (80/275cm / 32/110") has the country’s deepest base. Blackcomb remains open, while Whistler Mountain has now closed. Eastern Canada is nearing the end of its season, with limited terrain open in Nova Scotia and Quebec.
Canada Snow Forecast
Mild spring conditions dominate, with freezing nights at higher elevations. Limited snowfall is expected, with most areas staying dry.
US West Coast Snow Report
Late-season storms brought around 50cm (20") of snowfall to California’s high terrain, prompting Mammoth Mountain to extend its season to the end of May. Heavenly has briefly reopened some runs, a rare occurrence. Four resorts remain open across the region.
US West Coast Snow Forecast
Up to 45cm (18") of additional snowfall is expected on high slopes. Overall, milder spring weather dominates, with best conditions early in the day.
US Rockies Snow Report
The Rockies saw more snowfall than expected, with Big Sky receiving 75cm (30") over 72 hours. Breckenridge reported 35cm (14") but closed early. Only a handful of resorts remain open in Colorado, while several Utah resorts continue operating.
US Rockies Forecast
Mixed conditions persist, with alternating warm spells and snow showers. Surfaces refreeze overnight and soften during the day.
US Midwest Snow Report
Four ski areas remain open, mostly in Michigan, though this number will reduce further after the weekend. Temperatures have varied widely, with occasional light snowfall of 2–5cm (1–2").
US Midwest Forecast
Warmer conditions continue, with limited overnight freezing and precipitation falling mainly as rain or sleet.
US East Coast Snow Report
Only a handful of ski areas remain open in the East. Jay Peak has surpassed 400 inches (10m) of snowfall this season. Most remaining resorts aim to operate into May, though conditions are increasingly spring-like.
US East Coast Forecast
Spring warmth dominates, with rapid daytime softening and limited snowfall confined to the highest elevations.
