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Vail's Early Season Snow Report: Limited Terrain, But Promising Forecast Ahead
Ski Report for Vail, Colorado
Daily Ski Conditions for Vail, Colorado
# Vail Snow Report: December 3, 2025
The early season at Vail is shaping up pretty lean right now, but don't lose hope just yet. As of today, the base is sitting at a modest 30 centimeters (about 18 inches) with 45 centimeters up top on the mountain. We're talking minimal coverage here, folks—only 9 out of 278 trails are currently open, which translates to roughly 4% of the terrain. On the lift front, you've got 6 out of 34 lifts spinning, so options are definitely limited but the core terrain is accessible for early-season enthusiasts.
Last night brought a small dusting to the valley, with a few centimeters of new snow falling at both the base and summit. The season started November 14, and conditions have been bolstered by artificial snowmaking as resorts work to build a playable base. The most recent natural snowfall hit on November 30, so it's been a few days of relative quiet on the precipitation front.
Today temperatures are hovering right around negative 9 to negative 15 degrees Celsius at altitude, creating that crisp, clean early-season feel that hardcore skiers actually love. The sky is mostly cloudy with occasional snow showers expected through the afternoon, particularly above the mid-mountain elevations. Wind is light at around 5 miles per hour, so you won't be battling any gnarly gusts.
Looking ahead at your five-day window, the forecast is actually pretty encouraging. Wednesday (today) should see around 5 centimeters of new snow both at the base and summit. Thursday looks relatively quiet, but then things get interesting. Saturday is showing serious potential with approximately 10 centimeters forecasted to fall at both elevations. Sunday and Monday round out the period with another 4 to 5 centimeters each. Temperatures are expected to stay cold and consistent, ranging from about negative 21 to negative 3 degrees Celsius at the summit, which means whatever snow falls should stick around nicely.
The snow quality right now is primarily artificial, which is par for the course in early December. Once that natural precipitation really starts falling—and the forecasts suggest it will—you'll see conditions improve dramatically. If you're thinking about making the trip, this weekend through early next week looks like the window to watch, especially after Saturday's expected dumpage. Just remember that with limited terrain open, you might want to time your visit for when more trails come online as conditions improve.
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This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Daily Ski Conditions for Vail, Colorado
# Vail Snow Report: December 3, 2025
The early season at Vail is shaping up pretty lean right now, but don't lose hope just yet. As of today, the base is sitting at a modest 30 centimeters (about 18 inches) with 45 centimeters up top on the mountain. We're talking minimal coverage here, folks—only 9 out of 278 trails are currently open, which translates to roughly 4% of the terrain. On the lift front, you've got 6 out of 34 lifts spinning, so options are definitely limited but the core terrain is accessible for early-season enthusiasts.
Last night brought a small dusting to the valley, with a few centimeters of new snow falling at both the base and summit. The season started November 14, and conditions have been bolstered by artificial snowmaking as resorts work to build a playable base. The most recent natural snowfall hit on November 30, so it's been a few days of relative quiet on the precipitation front.
Today temperatures are hovering right around negative 9 to negative 15 degrees Celsius at altitude, creating that crisp, clean early-season feel that hardcore skiers actually love. The sky is mostly cloudy with occasional snow showers expected through the afternoon, particularly above the mid-mountain elevations. Wind is light at around 5 miles per hour, so you won't be battling any gnarly gusts.
Looking ahead at your five-day window, the forecast is actually pretty encouraging. Wednesday (today) should see around 5 centimeters of new snow both at the base and summit. Thursday looks relatively quiet, but then things get interesting. Saturday is showing serious potential with approximately 10 centimeters forecasted to fall at both elevations. Sunday and Monday round out the period with another 4 to 5 centimeters each. Temperatures are expected to stay cold and consistent, ranging from about negative 21 to negative 3 degrees Celsius at the summit, which means whatever snow falls should stick around nicely.
The snow quality right now is primarily artificial, which is par for the course in early December. Once that natural precipitation really starts falling—and the forecasts suggest it will—you'll see conditions improve dramatically. If you're thinking about making the trip, this weekend through early next week looks like the window to watch, especially after Saturday's expected dumpage. Just remember that with limited terrain open, you might want to time your visit for when more trails come online as conditions improve.
The best deals on gear https://amzn.to/49QUryF
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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Daily Ski Conditions for Vail, Colorado
# Vail Snow Report: December 3, 2025
The early season at Vail is shaping up pretty lean right now, but don't lose hope just yet. As of today, the base is sitting at a modest 30 centimeters (about 18 inches) with 45 centimeters up top on the mountain. We're talking minimal coverage here, folks—only 9 out of 278 trails are currently open, which translates to roughly 4% of the terrain. On the lift front, you've got 6 out of 34 lifts spinning, so options are definitely limited but the core terrain is accessible for early-season enthusiasts.
Last night brought a small dusting to the valley, with a few centimeters of new snow falling at both the base and summit. The season started November 14, and conditions have been bolstered by artificial snowmaking as resorts work to build a playable base. The most recent natural snowfall hit on November 30, so it's been a few days of relative quiet on the precipitation front.
Today temperatures are hovering right around negative 9 to negative 15 degrees Celsius at altitude, creating that crisp, clean early-season feel that hardcore skiers actually love. The sky is mostly cloudy with occasional snow showers expected through the afternoon, particularly above the mid-mountain elevations. Wind is light at around 5 miles per hour, so you won't be battling any gnarly gusts.
Looking ahead at your five-day window, the forecast is actually pretty encouraging. Wednesday (today) should see around 5 centimeters of new snow both at the base and summit. Thursday looks relatively quiet, but then things get interesting. Saturday is showing serious potential with approximately 10 centimeters forecasted to fall at both elevations. Sunday and Monday round out the period with another 4 to 5 centimeters each. Temperatures are expected to stay cold and consistent, ranging from about negative 21 to negative 3 degrees Celsius at the summit, which means whatever snow falls should stick around nicely.
The snow quality right now is primarily artificial, which is par for the course in early December. Once that natural precipitation really starts falling—and the forecasts suggest it will—you'll see conditions improve dramatically. If you're thinking about making the trip, this weekend through early next week looks like the window to watch, especially after Saturday's expected dumpage. Just remember that with limited terrain open, you might want to time your visit for when more trails come online as conditions improve.
The best deals on gear https://amzn.to/49QUryF
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Daily Ski Conditions for Vail, Colorado
# Vail Snow Report: December 3, 2025
The early season at Vail is shaping up pretty lean right now, but don't lose hope just yet. As of today, the base is sitting at a modest 30 centimeters (about 18 inches) with 45 centimeters up top on the mountain. We're talking minimal coverage here, folks—only 9 out of 278 trails are currently open, which translates to roughly 4% of the terrain. On the lift front, you've got 6 out of 34 lifts spinning, so options are definitely limited but the core terrain is accessible for early-season enthusiasts.
Last night brought a small dusting to the valley, with a few centimeters of new snow falling at both the base and summit. The season started November 14, and conditions have been bolstered by artificial snowmaking as resorts work to build a playable base. The most recent natural snowfall hit on November 30, so it's been a few days of relative quiet on the precipitation front.
Today temperatures are hovering right around negative 9 to negative 15 degrees Celsius at altitude, creating that crisp, clean early-season feel that hardcore skiers actually love. The sky is mostly cloudy with occasional snow showers expected through the afternoon, particularly above the mid-mountain elevations. Wind is light at around 5 miles per hour, so you won't be battling any gnarly gusts.
Looking ahead at your five-day window, the forecast is actually pretty encouraging. Wednesday (today) should see around 5 centimeters of new snow both at the base and summit. Thursday looks relatively quiet, but then things get interesting. Saturday is showing serious potential with approximately 10 centimeters forecasted to fall at both elevations. Sunday and Monday round out the period with another 4 to 5 centimeters each. Temperatures are expected to stay cold and consistent, ranging from about negative 21 to negative 3 degrees Celsius at the summit, which means whatever snow falls should stick around nicely.
The snow quality right now is primarily artificial, which is par for the course in early December. Once that natural precipitation really starts falling—and the forecasts suggest it will—you'll see conditions improve dramatically. If you're thinking about making the trip, this weekend through early next week looks like the window to watch, especially after Saturday's expected dumpage. Just remember that with limited terrain open, you might want to time your visit for when more trails come online as conditions improve.
The best deals on gear https://amzn.to/49QUryF
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI