Weather in Ski Manager changes every real day. It's the same for all players — everyone deals with the same conditions.
Each day at midnight, new weather is generated based on a seed tied to the date. This means:
| Condition | Visitor Impact | Revenue Impact | Snow Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny | +20% visitors | +15% revenue | Snow melts faster |
| Partly Cloudy | Normal | Normal | Normal |
| Cloudy | Normal | Normal | Normal |
| Light Snow | +10% visitors | +5% revenue | Snow builds up |
| Heavy Snow | -10% visitors | -5% revenue | Significant snow buildup |
| Blizzard | -50% visitors | -40% revenue | Massive snow buildup, lifts may close |
| Freezing Rain | -30% visitors | -25% revenue | Ice layer forms on slopes |
Temperature is affected by your resort's altitude setting:
| Altitude | Base Temperature Range |
|---|---|
| Low (below 1,000m) | Around -2°C, plus daily variation |
| Medium (1,000-2,000m) | Around -8°C, plus daily variation |
| High (above 2,000m) | Around -14°C, plus daily variation |
Temperature matters for:
Wind speed is affected by your resort's slope aspect:
| Aspect | Wind Range |
|---|---|
| North-facing | 5-25 km/h (calmest) |
| South-facing | 5-20 km/h (calm) |
| East-facing | 10-40 km/h (moderate) |
| West-facing | 15-50 km/h (windiest) |
Wind affects lift operations:
Your snow base accumulates over time:
Low snow base means:
The weather page shows a 5-day forecast. Use it to plan:
The game runs in seasons of 135 days. Day 1 started June 1, 2026. The season counter tracks your progress.
During off-season (summer), different rules apply: