Jay, Vermont · Northern Green Mountains
Jay Peak Resort
Jay Peak has two distinct bases in northern Vermont: Stateside and Tramside. The resort combines skiing and snowboarding with indoor activities, but a trip to the Pump House waterpark and a ski-school morning lead to different arrival plans.
- Stateside and Tramside bases
- Stateside ski-school starting point
- Glades and freestyle progression
Jay Peak snow forecast
Forecast
Issued
First snow shown in this forecast: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 (night). Rain And Snow Showers
- Sun, Nov 8, 2026High 37°F (3°C)Low 35°F (2°C)
Mostly Cloudy
Night: Rain And Snow Showers
Wind from the west, 21 mph (34 km/h)
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026High 39°F (4°C)Low 33°F (1°C)
Rain And Snow Showers
Night: Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Wind from the west, 10 to 22 mph (16 to 35 km/h)
- Tue, Nov 10, 2026High 41°F (5°C)Low 35°F (2°C)
Rain And Snow Showers
Night: Light Rain then Light Snow Likely
Wind from the west, 12 to 18 mph (19 to 29 km/h)
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026High 38°F (3°C)Low 29°F (-2°C)
Light Snow Likely
Night: Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Wind from the west, 8 to 13 mph (13 to 21 km/h)
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026High 36°F (2°C)Low 29°F (-2°C)
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Snow
Night: Chance Light Snow
Wind from the northeast, 3 mph (5 km/h)
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026High 33°F (1°C)Low 29°F (-2°C)
Chance Light Snow
Night: Chance Light Snow
Wind from the northeast, 8 mph (13 km/h)
- Sat, Nov 14, 2026High 33°F (1°C)Low 29°F (-2°C)
Chance Light Snow
Night: Chance Light Snow
Wind from the north, 8 mph (13 km/h)
Forecast for the resort’s coordinates from National Weather Service (opens in a new tab). Conditions vary with elevation. It is a weather forecast, not an avalanche or terrain assessment. Times are the resort’s local time.
Forecast source: National Weather Service. Check the update time and the resort's current operating report before confirming your day.
Terrain and ability at Jay Peak
Jay's mountain includes glades and more demanding routes as well as learning terrain. Chalet Meadows on Stateside has small freestyle features for progression, while The Rusch offers larger intermediate and advanced features. Pick a run and feature size that match the group's experience.
Arrival, bases and lessons
The Ski & Ride School is on Stateside; Tramside contains the tram and Pump House. Check your lesson's exact meeting instructions and the day's lift report. Accommodation packages and activity tickets vary, so verify whether your booking includes the skiing or waterpark access you need.
Plan a meetup at Jay Peak
State Stateside or Tramside first, followed by a named lodge or entrance. Friends staying at Hotel Jay may be arriving from a different side than lesson participants. Set a base reunion for mixed-ability groups, with a separate plan for people doing indoor activities.
Use the meetup message planner for Jay Peak to agree on your date, terrain, pace and meeting point.
Official sources for this mountain guide
Guide checked against these official sources on . Use these resort sources for current maps, lesson meeting points and visitor information. Confirm tickets, reservations and open terrain for your date.
- Official winter first-timer guide (opens in a new tab)
- Official park locations and progression (opens in a new tab)
Spot something out of date? Email powwowllc1@gmail.com and we'll check it against the resort.
Ride Jay Peak with SkiBuds
Find people to ski Jay Peak with
Start with the date, terrain, pace, and a public meeting point. Confirm lift access and the resort's current report before the day. SkiBuds' rebuilt app is coming soon, with rider discovery and conversations to help you plan with ski and snowboard friends.
Use the snow forecast guide and powder-day group plan to confirm the weather together. Explore more Vermont mountains and riding meetups.
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Straight-line distance. Mountain roads make the drive longer.