The mild weather that has stuck around in recent weeks may be heaven-sent for those looking to get in one more mountain hike, but it's wreaking havoc with opening day schedules for state ski resorts.

A beautiful surprise tonight for many Northern Utahns as a geomagnetic storm allowed for the Northern Lights to be visible in parts of Utah and Idaho.  This severe geomagnetic storm was caused by

The Salt Lake Tribune reports Brian Head and Eagle Point could get 8 inches to 18 inches of snow from Saturday to Tuesday. In northern Utah, resorts could see lower amounts from 2 inches to 16 inches. Alta and Park City Mountain are scheduled to open Nov. 21 followed by Woodward Park City Nov. 28 and Deer Valley Nov. 29, weather permitting.

What kind of winter will Utah see this year? Utah's Weather Authority meteorologists are breaking it all down in our Winter Weather Special.

The bottom line? Hazy sunshine through the midweek, increasing winds Thursday and potential for a wet close to the work week. A deep trough arrives Friday into Saturday bringing increasing rain

Solitude Mountain Resort and Brian Head Resort both expected to kick off Utah's ski season this Friday. Snow is coming, but warm weather this week has forced Solitude to delay its opener until at least Sunday.

Most recently, Solitude Resort announced that opening day would be delayed at least a couple of days, conditions dependent. The Utah ski area was originally slated to open on November 14, 2025, but as of yesterday, they’re now hoping for a November 16 opening at the earliest.

The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office has reported multiple search and rescue operations over the last week as temperatures continue to drop throughout the state.

SALT LAKE CITY — The remnants of Hurricane Priscilla provided as much precipitation as advertised, bringing big totals to drought-stricken Utah over the weekend. But the storm also created some significant challenges across the state. And there's more ...

In the Wasatch Back, Park City will open Nov. 21. Deer Valley will open to season passholders Nov. 29-30 and to the public Dec. 1. See the full list of ski resort opening days here.