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Apr 20- El Niño next season? Larry live on Zoom April 22
El Niño is forecast for next winter — but what does that actually mean for Northwest skiers? Larry Schick breaks down the season that was, what's coming, and why it's not the snow death sentence you might think.
4 days ago


April 19 - Sun ahead + where to ski in the PNW
Spring in the PNW. A midweek refresh, then sunshine returns. Here’s where to ski now—plus Emma’s picks.
6 days ago


April 17—Sunny spring conditions + who’s still open
Sunny spring skiing this weekend across the PNW. See who’s still open + join our April 22 Zoom.
Apr 17


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.
Apr 12


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.
Apr 9


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


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 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


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


Feb 22- We’ll take it: 8–12″ by Monday night!
Feb 22- On Monday, we are expecting steady snow for much of the day, snow levels vary from 3000 to 4000' at times, so that all slopes will get snow.
Feb 22


Feb 19- Snow this weekend and 15" in the Extended Outlook
Feb 19-Friday, there is just a slight chance of a few snow showers, with trace amounts. Dry with sunbreaks early Saturday, then later on Saturday and into early Sunday, expecting snow close to 5" for all slopes.
Feb 19


Feb 15- Cold temps and some snow for the PNW
Feb 15- Let's talk about snow- meet Larry on Wed, Feb 18 in Seattle for a live snow forecast, Q and A, prizes and DIY Shot Ski Bar.
Feb 15
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