Best time to ski Cannon Mountain

For the best snow, ski Cannon Mountain in January, February, and March. Those months bring 53% of a typical season's snowfall at the summit, based on 10 seasons of modeled weather data (2015–2025).

Cannon Mountain snowfall by month

Share of a typical season's summit snowfall in each month.

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

12%

Nov

17%

Dec

19%

Jan

17%

Feb

17%

Mar

13%

Apr

May

Jun

Source: Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5-based reanalysis), July 2015 to June 2025, at 4,080 ft. Weather models undercount total mountain snowfall, so this shows the seasonal pattern, not inch totals. For season totals, see Cannon Mountain's website.

How to time your trip

Deepest snow: January, February, and March get the most snowfall, which usually means the best coverage and the most powder days.
Main season: months that bring at least 5% of the season's snow are Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. Actual opening and closing dates are set by the resort.
Book on the forecast: history tells you which months are reliable; the 7-day forecast tells you which week. Snow Way ranks every resort on it daily.

Cannon Mountain season FAQ

What is the best time to ski Cannon Mountain?

For the best snow, ski Cannon Mountain in January, February, and March. Those months bring 53% of a typical season's snowfall at the summit, based on 10 seasons of modeled weather data (2015–2025).

What is the snowiest month at Cannon Mountain?

January is typically the snowiest month at Cannon Mountain, with about 19% of the season's snow.

Does Cannon Mountain have good snow in December?

December brings about 17% of Cannon Mountain's typical seasonal snowfall, a solid month though not the peak. Check the live forecast before booking.

Is Cannon Mountain getting snow right now?

As of Thursday, November 5, 2026, Cannon Mountain is forecast to get 1.6" of snow at mid-mountain over the next 7 days (1.9" at the summit), ranking #39 of 179 North American ski resorts Snow Way tracks. The biggest day is Wednesday, Nov 11 with 0.7". Right now at mid-mountain it's 56°F, foggy, with 11 mph wind.

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