Our Gold Sponsors

2 STORM PUNCH= 2 FEET PLUS BY WEDNESDAY IN SOME AREAS OF COLORADO THIS WEEK.

As of Sunday morning, colder air has filtered down into southern Wyoming where freezing drizzle is falling in the Laramie area.  Light snow fell most of the night near Big Sky (4-5 inches per the snow telemetry) and it's currently snowing at Red Lodge Mountain ski area (Wyoming/Montana border). I suspect Red Lodge Mountain will have decent amounts by late Sunday. 

Below: Snowcam at Red Lodge Mountain Ski area 5 AM Sunday 

\"\" 

The heaviest snow for Colorado should fall PM Sunday to AM Monday where models still advertise around 1/2 inch of moisture (Water) for many mountain areas.  That should correlate to around 5-10 inches for a good portion of Summit County with 4-8 inches further west towards Aspen or Vail.  Higher amounts are likely for the mountains of Grand and Boulder Counties (Winter Park, Berthoud, Eldora) that could approach 9-14 inches by Monday mid-morning.  Rocky Mountain National Park may also score decent amounts. Peak snowfall may come after 11 PM Sunday to 8 AM Monday. 

An added bonus is that this storm is going to continue to drop south into the San Juan Range albeit weakening producing some of the first snow for Telluride, Silverton, and Purgatory (2-5). Wind direction is not optimal for heavy amounts in these areas.  

Another cold front will drop into the Rockies by Tuesday producing light to moderate snow in the northern areas of the Region (Montana and Wyoming) and perhaps a repeat of what occurs tonight in Colorado.  This system is originating from Canada, fairly dry, but offers the Arctic air that is more commonly found in January!  That cold front will likely offer some surprise totals, especially in Colorado (Front range is favored) bringing totals from both storms in the 2 foot plus range (Both storms).   Wednesday is likely going to be another powder day especially in Colorado.  Snow will be very light density, so it's possible your busting through to the surface below (Beware it is still early season out there). 

Hard to believe it's still October!  Temps midweek will struggle to get above 20 degrees in many areas with single digits at many summits.  ULLR our snow god is still with us! 

Powderchaser Steve 

DONATE TO POWDERCHASERS

Thank you so much, we couldn't do what we do with support from our readers.

Support our work
click here to donate

POWDERCHASERS TRIP CONCIERGE SERVICES

Our expertise gets you direct contact with our weather team to boost your next powder chases. From 2 to 14 chases, pick the concierge package that satisfies your powder hound!

  • Minute-to-minute snow + weather data
  • Tips + hacks on how to score first chair + where to park, stage + eat
  • Direct access to our Powederchasers
  • Sweet merchandise

POWDERCHASERS PASS OPTIONS - Buy + Save 10% on Concierge Trip Planning Packages

SHOP POWDERCHASERS GEAR

View all

ASK A POWDERCHASER

POWDERCHASERS SPONSORS

POWDERCHASERS PARTNERS

Skis.com

Skis.com

Skis.com is a family owned company that has been in the ski industry for more than 50 years! Skis.com is a one stop shop online retailer for all your ski equipment and clothing needs!

Alaska Backcountry Guides

Alaska Backcountry Guides

Alaska Backcountry Guides, is a team of dedicated industry veterans. We offer semi-private and private heliski/snowboard trips in the heart of the Chugach mountains. With a maximum of 2 groups per helicopter, we are more nimble to explore the endless terrain that is at our doorstep, and you will never be waiting for the helicopter to take your next run. Alaska is known for its steep terrain, but we have plenty of intermediate terrain as well, and are able to cater to a range of ability levels. These trips are designed with the pandemic era in mind; we have private lodging, a personal chef, regular covid testing for staff/guides/guests, and small group riding to ensure an intimate and safe experience.

Beaver Mountain Ski Area

Beaver Mountain Ski Area

Beaver Mountain Ski Area has been family owned and operated for 81 years. Located in northern Utah we receive that great Utah powder. A great ski and snowboard experience without the prices or crowds of the big resorts.

Unofficial Networks

Unofficial Networks

In 2010, UnofficialNetworks.com was launched to cover the global ski scene with the rollout of local reporters in ski towns across North America. Since that time, the website has recorded hundreds of millions of sessions and has been linked to by numerous publications including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The San Francisco Chronicle, and ESPN.

Indy Pass

Indy Pass

Chase powder to over 120 uncrowded, authentic destinations across the globe that offer you two ski days at each destination. 23/24 pass sales currently on hold!

TIRERACK.com

TIRERACK.com

TireRack.com is Powderchasers’ preferred tire supplier and their tires get us to the powder every single time. They’re America’s largest independent tire tester and consumer-direct source for tires, wheels and performance accessories.

This year, they’re making winter tire and wheel shopping even easier with their new Recommended Package feature. All you have to do is tell them a little bit about your vehicle, and they’ll automatically create a winter package for you. Find your Recommended Package.

Selkirk Powder

Selkirk Powder

Selkirk Powder provides cat, self-propelled, and snowmobile-assisted alpine ski excursions and guided snowmobile tours. A verified outfitter of Polaris Adventures, AIARE avalanche education Provider. With license and permits covering over 200,000 acres of the rugged and beautiful Selkirk Mountain range, SPC conveniently operates at Schweitzer in Sandpoint Idaho. Email Selkirk,;Call the Selkirk Reservation Line, and follow them on Instagram

The Mountain Collective

The Mountain Collective

The Mountain Collective™ boasts 24 dream ski destinations across the globe.


The pass includes two days of skiing or riding with no blackout dates at each of the 23 partners (46 total days), 50 percent discount on all additional days.

ZOLEO

ZOLEO

Meet ZOLEO, the affordable accessory that extends your smartphone messaging coverage to everywhere on Earth and provides a safety system you can count on. Ruggedly designed, location-aware and Iridium-based, the ZOLEO satellite communicator device will keep you connected and secure when venturing beyond cell coverage.

POWDERCHASERS POWDER CONCIERGE

View all