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April 12- Still in play → snow midweek, dry Saturday
Not over yet. Snow returns Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by a drier Saturday. See who’s still open and where to get a few more turns.
18 hours ago


April 9- Get it while it’s good: sun Friday, snow next week
Sunny spring skiing Friday, then a mix of light rain and upper mountain snow this weekend. A stronger system arrives early next week with potential for ~8" at higher elevations. Plus: Crystal conditions recap and updated resort closing dates.
4 days ago


Open Ski Areas in Washington and Favorites
Who is open for skiing and snowboarding. Washington, Oregon, Canada and more
7 days ago


April 5- Get it while it’s good — sun now, a touch of snow midweek
Sunny spring conditions and soft turns to start the week, with a midweek cooldown bringing a touch of new snow. See who’s still open.
Apr 5


April 2- Fresh snow overnight + who’s still open this spring?
Kick off April with sunshine. Take a look at which resorts are open, and read the latest trip reports from Andrea on Whitefish, MT and Fernie, B.C.
Apr 1


Fernie Alpine Resort Guide: It’s worth the trip
Fernie, BC was on the bucket list — and it did not disappoint. Five bowls, big mountains, and a town good enough to make you stay an extra night.
Apr 1


Ski Whitefish, Montana: Road Trip from Seattle
We drove from Seattle to Whitefish, MT and skied four days. The mountain is bigger than you think and the town is better than you expect. Skiable Acres: ~3,000
Base Elevation: 4,464 ft
Summit Elevation: 6,817 ft
Apr 1


March 29- Light snow, sun breaks ahead + Larry's Crystal & Whistler trip report
Enjoy prime spring conditions this weekend with sunny skies, cool mornings, and soft afternoon snow. Light snow returns near Mt. Baker Sunday, with more in the extended forecast.
Mar 29


March 26: Sunny + soft turns for prime spring conditions
Enjoy prime spring conditions this weekend with sunny skies, cool mornings, and soft afternoon snow. Light snow returns near Mt. Baker Sunday, with more in the extended forecast.
Mar 26


March 22: Monday sun → Wednesday snow (5–8")
Monday should be a great day to enjoy some sun and spring conditions for the afternoon. Wednesday, expect snow!
Mar 22


March 19- Friday: Snow levels drop, drier weekend ahead.
After a warm, rainy pattern, snow levels drop to 3,000 feet Friday. Expect a drier weekend with sun breaks, and snow returning to the Cascades next week.
Mar 19


March 14- Rain through Friday. snow returns Saturday.
Sunday is the best day to ski or ride before rain returns next week. Powder Poobah’s forecast looks at rising snow levels, an atmospheric river, and snow returning by Saturday.
Mar 14


March 11- More new snow! Larry's highlights for you.
Wow! As promised, snow is dumping in the Cascades and there is much more snowfall to come - as in several feet.
Mar 11


March 9- Great news from the Poobah, (2-5 ft, or more) of new snow in the Cascades this week.
March 9- Expecting 2-5' or more. Great news from the Poobah
Mar 9


March 7- Is a March Miracle heading our way?
March 7- is a March miracle on the way!
Mar 6


March 5- Dare we say it… March miracle? The models think so.
Pacific Northwest skiers and snowboarders, a March miracle may be on the way. Both major models are forecasting 8-12" of snow for Wednesday, March 11, with snow levels dropping to 1,000-2,000 feet. Here's the extended outlook.
Mar 5


Special Resort Edition: Spring ski trip ideas.
Spring ski trip planning starts here. Powder Poobah’s Resort Edition features forecasts and outlooks for Kicking Horse, Crystal Mountain, Silver Mountain, and 49° North.
Mar 4


Snowpack and climate change in the Pacific Northwest: What some studies show
Meteorologist Michael Fagin shares research studies examining Pacific Northwest snowpack trends and climate-related observations.
Mar 2


March 1- Sunny Monday. Why this La Niña didn’t deliver.
March 1- Monday will bring mostly sunny and mild weather for the afternoon. Then on Tuesday, a trough of low pressure will slowly move inland, spreading rain at first for the late morning
Mar 1


Feb 26- Light snow Friday. Colder midweek.
Feb 26-Friday, we are expecting light snow mainly for the Mt. Baker area, less elsewhere. Over the weekend, a ridge of high pressure builds, bringing a dry pattern and warming temperatures.
Feb 26
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