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By Steve Stuebner, Forecaster Posted 2 years ago December 29, 2021

Light snow forecast at Sun Valley Wednesday 1-2" possible

Summary

A new storm system advancing into Idaho from Eastern Oregon this morning will clip Sun Valley later today, and bring a chance of 1-2" of new snow. No new snow is forecast on Thursday, and light snow is expected on Friday, just about 1". Clear skies are forecast New Year's Day and Sunday with highs in the teens.

Update


Cruising the "cord" at Sun Valley with spectacular views in all directions (courtesy Sun Valley)

High temperature of 12" is forecast on Wednesday. Light winds. Chance of snow is 90 percent today.

Next week, Sun Valley could get hit with substantial snow on Tuesday and Wednesday, when almost a foot is forecast for each day as things stand now. This will be a warmer storm coming in from the Southwest. 

Announcements

Sun Valley is operating daily in its 86th year of operation. See mountain report for more information.

Dollar Mountain is open, Baldy Bowls, Sunrise Bowl and Seattle Ridge are open. 96 trails open, 38 goomers, and 10 lifts in operation. Reporting 50" base at the base area and 74" on top.   

Galena Lodge is open for xc skiing and snowshoeing. See grooming report for more information.
Article in the Mountain Express: https://www.mtexpress.com/news/recreation/galena-lodge-to-open-for-winter-season/article_48e932e4-4989-11ec-9a33-2b3e5cd51628.html

Sawtooth Avalanche Center  is forecasting "high" avalanche danger at the current time because of the quantity of new snow, wind and weak base layers. If you are venturing into the backcountry, use extreme caution or wait for things to settle. See more details at the link above. 

Sun Valley ranked #1 in North America two years in a row ... https://www.mtexpress.com/news/recreation/sun-valley-is-no-1-ski-destination-again/article_cd677ec6-32c9-11ec-bf06-77adede9288a.html

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Recommend Twin Falls Times-News article on the latest improvements at Sun Valley and beyond ...  

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Steve Stuebner

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Steve Stuebner has a big appetite for outdoor fun. When he's not providing snow forecasts for Idaho, Steve works on web videos, press releases, blogs, and social media, with a specialization in natural resources, outdoor travel, and tourism.

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