Utah Ski Resorts May Be Able To Start The Season On Time

Utah skiers may finally get a chance to ski on time if this week's weather drop stays. 

A cold front is moving into Utah on Thursday finally ushering in Fall which means that ski resorts who had hopeful open dates may still be on track. Brian Head Resort is the brave ski resort this year setting a date for the season as early as Nov. 8, the Salt Lake Tribune said.  

With temperatures reaching record highs in October, it seemed that Fall would never come but things are looking up.  

Despite its late start, if weather continues to be “normal” after Thursday, then Brian Head Resort should be able to keep the Nov. 8 date for its ski season.  

The National Weather Service has good predictions for hopeful skiers. Between Thursday and Friday night, Brian Head could see up to about eight inches of snow accumulation.  

Another popular ski destination, Cottonwood Canyon Resorts will have freezing temperatures at the end of this week and maybe even up to 15 inches of snow, the SLT said. The Cottonwood Canyon Resorts earliest opening date is Nov. 22 so skiers up north may need to wait a bit longer.  

Places with lower elevation like St. George won’t be seeing any snowflakes this weekend but have a chance of rain.  

So, if Fall is really back on track skiers can dust off their gear and look forward to November. However, depending on the weather and temperatures, the ski season could still be pushed back.