Best time to ski Whitetail
For the best snow, ski Whitetail in January, February, and March. Those months bring 77% of a typical season's snowfall at the summit, based on 10 seasons of modeled weather data (2015–2025).
Whitetail 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 1,800 ft. Weather models undercount total mountain snowfall, so this shows the seasonal pattern, not inch totals. For season totals, see Whitetail'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. 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.
Whitetail season FAQ
What is the best time to ski Whitetail?
For the best snow, ski Whitetail in January, February, and March. Those months bring 77% 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 Whitetail?
January is typically the snowiest month at Whitetail, with about 34% of the season's snow.
Does Whitetail have good snow in December?
December brings about 12% of Whitetail's typical seasonal snowfall, a solid month though not the peak. Check the live forecast before booking.
Is Whitetail getting snow right now?
As of Thursday, November 5, 2026, Whitetail has no new snow in the forecast for the next 7 days. Right now at mid-mountain it's 63°F, clear sky, with 7 mph wind.