Listen "Killington Resort's Early December Snow Report: Carving the Slopes with Promising Conditions Ahead"
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Ski Report for Killington Resort, VermontDaily Ski Conditions for Killington Resort, VermontIf you're itching to hit the slopes at Killington Resort, Vermont, the mountain is gearing up nicely for the early season with a solid base and decent terrain open to carve up. Currently, Killington boasts a snow depth of about **40 cm at the base** and **56 cm at the mountain summit** (1293 m), primarily a good dose of artificial snow given the early December timing. The last fresh snow fell a couple of days ago, on December 7, with a light accumulation bringing a quick refresh to the surface. In the last 24 hours, snowfall has been minimal—less than 1 cm—so it’s the groomed trails holding the fort right now.Speaking of trails and lifts, about **46% of the 118.4 km of slopes are open**, translating to roughly 54 km of skiing terrain. For lift access, you can ride on **7 out of the 22 lifts currently operational**. This is typical for early season when the resort is steadily ramping up, so expect good coverage on main runs and some early-season specials like the Valley Run.Weather-wise, it’s cool and crisp with temperatures hovering around freezing—low teens Fahrenheit at the summit and high teens lower down (around 16 to 24°F at the base, and 10 to 17°F at the summit). The sky is mostly cloudy with some light wind at about 12 mph, creating those fresh snowflake moods on and off throughout the afternoon. The forecast through the next five days hints at continued cold weather, with more snow predicted midweek (6 cm expected on December 10 and 11) and occasional small dustings later in the week. It’s shaping up to be a mix of machine-groomed pistes in great condition and pockets of natural snow layering up nicely.For off-piste adventurers, snow packing varies: the machine grooming holds the pistes in a smooth, skiable state, but off-piste conditions can range from powdery patches following new snowfall to crusty layers where wind has swept the snow thin. It’s wise to check local avalanche risks and carry proper safety gear if you head off-trail. The slopes are mostly ready for skiers and boarders looking for that early December thrill, though some terrain remains closed as the mountain builds up the season’s snowpack.The season kicks off officially from mid-November and runs until early June, with Killington averaging a hefty **annual snowfall of around 250 inches (about 635 cm)**, so plenty of winter fun lies ahead. Given it’s December, snow quality is generally favorable, benefitting from shorter daylight and lower sun angles, which helps preserve snow through the day.No significant special notices or closures are reported at the moment, but always check the resort’s live updates just before heading out, as conditions can shift quickly this time of year. Night skiing isn’t currently available, and the halfpipe remains closed, but the fun park is open for freestyle enthusiasts ready to nail their tricks.If you're planning your trip, remember to book your lift tickets and rentals online; Killington does a neat promotion for Learn to Ski or Ride packages, offering a free lift ticket to the sponsor for the same day. This season is fully underway, and with more snow on the horizon, those early turns on Killington’s slopes should be just the start of a fantastic winter shredding experience.The best deals on gear https://amzn.to/49QUryFThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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