Best time to ski The Highlands
For the best snow, ski The Highlands in December, January, and February. Those months bring 70% of a typical season's snowfall at the summit, based on 10 seasons of modeled weather data (2015–2025).
The Highlands snowfall by month
Share of a typical season's summit snowfall in each month.
Source: Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5-based reanalysis), July 2015 to June 2025, at 1,316 ft. Weather models undercount total mountain snowfall, so this shows the seasonal pattern, not inch totals. For season totals, see The Highlands's website.
How to time your trip
- Deepest snow: December, January, and February 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.
The Highlands season FAQ
What is the best time to ski The Highlands?
For the best snow, ski The Highlands in December, January, and February. Those months bring 70% 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 The Highlands?
December is typically the snowiest month at The Highlands, with about 26% of the season's snow.
Does The Highlands have good snow in December?
December brings about 26% of The Highlands's typical seasonal snowfall, making it one of the snowiest months. Check the live forecast before booking.
Is The Highlands getting snow right now?
As of Thursday, November 5, 2026, The Highlands is forecast to get 0.1" of snow at mid-mountain over the next 7 days (0.3" at the summit), ranking #69 of 179 North American ski resorts Snow Way tracks. The biggest day is tomorrow with 0.1". Right now at mid-mountain it's 38°F, overcast, with 13 mph wind.