Are you planning a ski trip and eager to find the best powder? Meteorologist Chris Tomer has released his North America snow forecast, providing insights into expected snowfall and ideal resorts for hitting the slopes. According to onthesnow.com, the forecast, updated twice weekly, focuses on weather patterns and projected snow accumulation across key ski regions.

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Western US Snow Forecast

The Western United States is anticipated to experience a two-storm cycle, bringing significant snow accumulation through February 20th. Here's a regional breakdown:

California

  • Heavy snow is expected from February 16th-17th.
  • Light snow on February 18th.
  • More heavy snow is forecasted for February 19th and 21st.
  • Total accumulation of 2-5 feet is predicted through February 18th, according to onthesnow.com.

Pacific Northwest & Whistler

  • Heavy snow is anticipated on February 13th.
  • Light snow on February 15th.
  • Moderate to heavy snow from February 18th-21st.
  • Resorts like Stevens Pass, Crystal Mountain, Mt. Baker, Mt. Bachelor, Timberline, and Whistler Blackcomb could see 6-12 inches of snow through February 18th (per onthesnow.com).

Colorado & Utah

  • Colorado: Moderate to heavy snow continuing into February 12th, light snow on February 13th, and moderate to heavy snow from February 17th-18th. Expect 1-2 feet of snow across the Western Slope, with less snow east of Vail.
  • Utah: Heavy snow continuing into February 12th and again from February 16th-20th. Park City and Deer Valley could see around 20 inches, Snowbasin 6-10 inches, and Brighton, Solitude, Alta, and Snowbird 2-3 feet through February 18th, according to the forecast on onthesnow.com.

Wyoming, Idaho & Montana

  • Wyoming: Heavy snow from February 16th-20th, with 15-20 inches expected at Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole.
  • Idaho: Light snow on February 14th and moderate to heavy snow from February 16th-22nd. Expect 4-10 inches at Brundage, Sun Valley, and Schweitzer.
  • Montana: Light snow from February 14th-15th, moderate snow on February 17th, and light snow from February 18th-19th. Big Sky, Whitefish, Bridger Bowl, Snowbowl, and Discovery could see 1-5 inches.

Banff & Interior British Columbia

  • Banff: Light snow on February 14th, light snow on the afternoon of February 16th into early February 17th, and light snow on February 19th. Expect 2-6 inches at Sunshine, Mt. Norquay, and Marmot Basin.
  • Interior British Columbia: Moderate to heavy snow on the afternoon of February 13th into early February 14th and moderate to heavy snow from February 18th-21st. Revelstoke, Kicking Horse, Red Mountain, and Fernie could see 4-10 inches through February 18th (per onthesnow.com).

New Mexico

  • Moderate snow accumulation is predicted for February 17th-18th.
  • Taos, Ski Santa Fe, and Angel Fire could receive 2-8 inches.
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Northeast Snow Forecast

  • Light snow accumulation is expected on February 14th and 18th.
  • Most resorts in Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York could see 2-5 inches.

For more detailed information and specific resort recommendations, refer to Chris Tomer's full forecast on onthesnow.com. Remember to check conditions before you go!