Good morning from Meadowlark Ski & Sports, your local stop for ski and snowboard rentals on the way to Mt. Hood. Conditions around the mountain are holding steady today, with firm winter surfaces and variable snow depending on elevation and exposure, so proper equipment and tuned edges will make all the difference.
At Mt. Hood Meadows, groomed runs are skiing as a mix of hardpack and snow that is beginning to transition, with pockets of packed powder still showing up in shaded areas. Off-piste terrain is skier-packed powder mixed with hardpack, and moguls are forming in spots. Low snow coverage remains in places, so keep your speed in check and watch closely for unmarked obstacles both on and off the groomers.
Up high at Timberline Lodge, temperatures are hovering in the low-to-mid 30s with light winds and no new precipitation overnight. Snowpack remains thin but consistent for January riding, and conditions favor controlled turns on groomed terrain. With minimal overnight refreeze, expect firm morning snow that may soften slightly as the day goes on.
Over at Mt. Hood Skibowl, temperatures are mild for mid-winter, with calm to light winds and no new snowfall reported. Snow surfaces are firm and best enjoyed on groomed runs, especially during early sessions before any daytime warming.
If you’re heading up today, stop by Meadowlark Ski & Sports in Sandy for ski and snowboard rentals, helmets, and local mountain beta. We’ll get you dialed for today’s conditions at Meadows, Timberline, or Skibowl so you can ride smarter and safer on Mt. Hood.