Alta
UT · 10,550 ft summit · SLC
NWS Grade
2025–26 Season Snapshot
Storms This Season
104
storms tracked
Season Snowfall
1048"
calibrated total
Best Storm
82/100
Epic
Current Snowpack
49"
Snowbird station in LCC (existing)
Avg Daily Rate
5.6"/day
storms with data
Season SWE
17.7"
snow water equivalent
NWS Forecast Accuracy
Accuracy analysis not yet available for Alta. Data builds as storms are verified against SNOTEL readings.
Storm History — 2025–26 Season
Apr 16 – Apr 17
NWS Forecast
11.0"
Calibrated
—
Actual (SNOTEL)
Pending
Density: Average
Rate: 7.8"/day
Apr 16 – Apr 18
NWS Forecast
11.2"
Calibrated
—
Actual (SNOTEL)
Pending
Density: Average
Rate: 5.1"/day
Apr 13 – Apr 14
NWS Forecast
0.8"
Calibrated
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Actual (SNOTEL)
0.0"
Density: Average
Rate: 0.7"/day
NWS accuracy: 0%
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Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
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Apr 13 – Apr 14
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Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 2" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 2" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 2" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 2" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 3" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 5" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 6" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 6" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 7" calibrated
Apr 13 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 7" calibrated
Apr 12 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 7" calibrated
Apr 12 – Apr 14
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Apr 12 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 7" calibrated
Apr 12 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 7" calibrated
Apr 12 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 9" calibrated
Apr 12 – Apr 14
Level 1 · 9" calibrated
Apr 12 – Apr 12
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 11 – Apr 11
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 11 – Apr 11
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 11 – Apr 11
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 11 – Apr 11
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 11 – Apr 11
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 11 – Apr 11
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 1" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 3" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 4" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 4" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 4" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 5" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 1 · 5" calibrated
Apr 3 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 5" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 6" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 7" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 8" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 9" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 6" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 7" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 8" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 9" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 2 · 10" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 11" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 12" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 12" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 13" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 13" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 13" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 16" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 16" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 16" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 16" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 16" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 2 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 18" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 17" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 18" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 18" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 19" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 19" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 20" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 20" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 21" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 21" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 22" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 22" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 26" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 27" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 27" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 27" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 28" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 28" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 28" calibrated
Apr 1 – Apr 3
Level 4 · 28" calibrated
Mar 31 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 25" calibrated
Mar 31 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 25" calibrated
Mar 31 – Apr 3
Level 3 · 26" calibrated
Mar 31 – Apr 1
Level 1 · 5" calibrated
Mar 14 – Mar 14
Level 1 · 0" calibrated
Local Knowledge
TGR Community IntelStorm Day Strategy
During heavy snowfall (4+ inches/hour): High T closes mid-afternoon to manage avalanche risk; expect 2-4 hour terrain closures. Power down events may occur (Jan 3 utility line incident). Wednesday/Thursday storm days often result in minimal terrain opening. Strategy: Don't plan on skiing if NOAA forecast shows heavy precipitation. When storms do open mid-week, arrive at rope drop for Catherine's backside fresh turns. Late season spring storms (March) combined with wind/rain make morning/midday optimal before softening. Expect reduced terrain, longer control cycles, but exceptional powder when it does open. February storm: 8 inches in 2 hours created legendary conditions but High T closed at 2:30pm - arrive early and make the most of available hours.
Terrain Opening Patterns
Alta Chutes
Opens: Variable - depends on avalanche control
Popular terrain that needs safety work before opening. Chalk harvests confirm regular use.
Little Cottonwood Canyon Road
Opens: Variable morning delays common
2.5+ hour wait times reported after storms. Road closed first thing during storm cycles, sometimes reopens around 10:45am. Red snake traffic on exit.
Powder Stashes
Alta Chutes
Main Alta terrain
Popular among locals for steep chute skiing. Requires avalanche control before opening.
Mirkwood
Monarch/Loveland area mentioned context
Referenced as one of best powder days
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