UNITED STATES

OpenSnow, a trusted source for the most accurate U.S. weather forecasts, snow reports, and AI-powered weather maps, is launching first-of-their-kind new tools this winter that leverage AI machine learning to transform how everyone plans around weather.

One of the most consequential developments is PEAKS, a robust AI-powered weather forecasting system that is up to 50% more accurate than standard forecasting models in mountainous terrain. Updated every 30 to 60 minutes as new model data is available, users can track precipitation, temperature, and wind forecasts that are adjusted based on each storm’s strength and trajectory. The system leverages OpenSnow’s proprietary forecasting formula to fine-tune 11 weather models used by their professional forecasters and more accurately predict weather conditions.

PEAKS Avy will produce an overall danger rating and identify potential avalanche “problems” for eight aspects and three elevations per avalanche forecast center “zone.” This model, informed by the work of human avalanche forecasters, has automated the forecasting process to enable updates multiple times per day.

Generated from OpenSnow’s new PEAKS weather forecasting system, detailed, multi-model 15-day weather forecasts for any location and elevation on Earth now allow OpenSnow users to compare forecasts for their favorite ski resorts, backcountry locations, camping destinations, or current location. 

New Forecast Range Graphs provide a multi-model comparison of every global and regional weather model in OpenSnow, generating a clear view into whether forecast models are in tight agreement (higher confidence) or show a wider spread (lower confidence). 

Additional forecasting tools OpenSnow will introduce this year reveal even more details behind each forecast.

~ OpenSnow press release