Chestnut Mountain Resort

Plan your trip to Chestnut Mountain Resort in Illinois, United States. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Illinois, United States, North America
Coordinates
42.318010, -90.398315
Area
5 km²

Resort Stats

Top Elevation
310m
Bottom Elevation
186m
Vertical Drop
124m
Total Piste
5.3 km
Easy Runs
4
Intermediate Runs
11
Advanced Runs
4
Lifts
8

Weather & Climate in Chestnut Mountain Resort

The warmest temperatures in Chestnut Mountain Resort occur in July, averaging 20.4°C (up to 24.8°C). The coolest conditions are in February at -4.5°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in May with average rainfall of 91.5mm. Average humidity: 74.0%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -4.0°C (rainfall: 167.5mm)
  • February: -4.5°C (rainfall: 136.2mm)
  • March: -0.6°C (rainfall: 125.0mm)
  • April: 4.6°C (rainfall: 100.0mm)
  • May: 10.3°C (rainfall: 91.5mm)
  • June: 16.7°C (rainfall: 117.5mm)
  • July: 20.4°C (rainfall: 123.5mm)
  • August: 19.7°C (rainfall: 127.5mm)
  • September: 16.2°C (rainfall: 140.9mm)
  • October: 11.1°C (rainfall: 96.7mm)
  • November: 4.4°C (rainfall: 146.5mm)
  • December: -0.2°C (rainfall: 151.5mm)

Recommended Packing List for Chestnut Mountain Resort

Based on average temperature of 7.8°C, typical conditions, humidity 80%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 8°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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