Discovery Ski Area

Plan your trip to Discovery Ski Area in Montana, United States. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Montana, United States, North America
Coordinates
46.264027, -113.250330
Area
41 km²

Resort Stats

Top Elevation
2484m
Bottom Elevation
1744m
Vertical Drop
740m
Total Piste
41.2 km
Easy Runs
11
Intermediate Runs
22
Advanced Runs
17
Lifts
8

Weather & Climate in Discovery Ski Area

The warmest temperatures in Discovery Ski Area occur in July, averaging 16.1°C (up to 20.2°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -3.4°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in January with average rainfall of 50.9mm. Average humidity: 66.6%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -3.4°C (rainfall: 50.9mm)
  • February: -1.0°C (rainfall: 76.2mm)
  • March: 0.8°C (rainfall: 157.4mm)
  • April: 4.7°C (rainfall: 123.3mm)
  • May: 9.1°C (rainfall: 247.7mm)
  • June: 13.7°C (rainfall: 190.2mm)
  • July: 16.1°C (rainfall: 168.2mm)
  • August: 16.0°C (rainfall: 164.5mm)
  • September: 11.3°C (rainfall: 174.2mm)
  • October: 7.0°C (rainfall: 341.1mm)
  • November: 0.7°C (rainfall: 68.5mm)
  • December: -2.8°C (rainfall: 81.0mm)

Recommended Packing List for Discovery Ski Area

Based on average temperature of 6.0°C, typical conditions, humidity 73%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 6°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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