Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort

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

Location
Michigan, United States, North America
Coordinates
46.506905, -90.092320
Area
13 km²

Resort Stats

Top Elevation
490m
Bottom Elevation
361m
Vertical Drop
129m
Total Piste
13.4 km
Easy Runs
13
Intermediate Runs
16
Advanced Runs
17
Lifts
40

Weather & Climate in Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort

The warmest temperatures in Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort occur in August, averaging 21.2°C (up to 25.1°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -4.1°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in April with average rainfall of 161.3mm. Average humidity: 74.2%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -4.1°C (rainfall: 234.5mm)
  • February: -3.4°C (rainfall: 214.0mm)
  • March: 0.7°C (rainfall: 170.6mm)
  • April: 6.3°C (rainfall: 161.3mm)
  • May: 11.5°C (rainfall: 217.0mm)
  • June: 15.9°C (rainfall: 263.5mm)
  • July: 19.8°C (rainfall: 392.5mm)
  • August: 21.2°C (rainfall: 242.1mm)
  • September: 17.8°C (rainfall: 242.8mm)
  • October: 10.3°C (rainfall: 164.9mm)
  • November: 5.1°C (rainfall: 172.6mm)
  • December: -1.8°C (rainfall: 248.1mm)

Recommended Packing List for Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort

Based on average temperature of 8.3°C, typical conditions, humidity 81%.

  • 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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