Snow is expected to begin at Alta this afternoon and continue through Saturday, with 7 to 15 inches of accumulation possible, according to a November 13 report. While Utah resorts remain closed, the upcoming storm is arriving earlier than previously expected.
The National Weather Service says snow is likely at Alta after 2 pm, with certain snow expected tonight. Between tonight and Saturday, Alta could see 3 to 7 inches tonight and 4 to 8 inches on Saturday. Following a quiet Sunday and Monday, a second, larger storm is in the forecast for Tuesday with 6 to 10 inches possible.
Current resort statuses include the following opening dates:
Alta: Closed, opening November 20.
Snowbird: Closed, opening November 27.
Brighton: Closed, opening date not yet announced.
Solitude: Closed, opening November 20.
Deer Valley: Closed, opening December 5.
Park City: Closed, opening November 20.
Snowbasin: Closed, opening November 27.
Powder Mountain: Closed, opening December 11.
Brian Head: Closed, opening was planned for November 6 but has been postponed; a new date has not been announced.
Other upcoming openings include Sundance on December 4 and Nordic Valley on December 18. Snowland and Woodward Park City opening dates have not been announced, and Eagle Point is closed for the 2026 to 27 season.
Canyon roads are clear this morning, but conditions are expected to change this afternoon. Travelers should expect snow covered roads, low visibility, and possible traction requirements in the Cottonwoods tonight and Saturday. Drivers are advised to check UDOT before traveling through canyons and to use winter tires or chains if restrictions are posted.
Although the storm will assist with base building ahead of the November 20 openings at Alta, Solitude, and Park City, no resort is expected to open early this weekend. Brian Head is scheduled to hold a preseason rail jam on Saturday at the Navajo Base, though regular lifts remain closed.
