USDA SNOTEL TelemetryWYID: 812:WY:SNTL
Confidence:Moderate

Teton Pass (Phillips Bench), WY: Snow Depth & Forecast

Network: USDA SNOTEL Telemetry •Elevation: 8,200 ft (2,499 m) •Coordinates: 43.518°N, 110.912°W •Region: Wyoming Tetons & Togwotee

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Condition scores evaluate settled base depth, fresh powder accumulation, temperature preservation, and wind crust hazards based on current telemetry.

Observation Freshness & Provenance

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Settled Base DepthUSDA SNOTEL Sensor
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Recent Snowfall AccumulationNumerical Weather Stream
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7-Day Atmospheric ForecastOpen-Meteo High-Resolution Stream
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Historical Baseline (% of Normal)NRCS / NOAA 1991–2020 Normals
30-Yr BenchmarkBaseline
Settled Base DepthTeton Pass (Phillips Bench)
USDA SNOTEL Sensor
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SWE (Water Eq.)N/A
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Historical Season BaselineNormal Near Zero (Early Season)

Why Conditions Currently Look Limited

Teton Pass (Phillips Bench)
Mathematical Point Contributions:
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7-Day Snow & Weather Forecast

High-resolution numerical weather prediction

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Historical Climate Baselines & Normals

1991–2020 Normals
Current vs Typical for Date
Normal Near ZeroNormal for this date is near zero (early autumn)
Typical Seasonal Peak
88"Typically late Feb – early Apr
Typical Recreation Season
November - MayCore winter snowpack window
Methodology: Baselines represent 30-year median snow water and depth records calculated by USDA NRCS / NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information.

About Teton Pass (Phillips Bench) Telemetry & Geography

Connecting Jackson Hole with Teton Valley Idaho, Teton Pass is world-famous for high-density backcountry ski touring, dawn patrols, and steep couloirs on Mount Glory and Taylor Mountain.

Season Normals & Recreation Windows

The typical winter season for this zone runs from November - May. Historically, peak snow depth averages approximately 88 inches, generally reached between late February and early April depending on elevation.

Operating NetworkUSDA NRCS SNOTEL (Automated acoustic & pillow telemetry)
Elevation ZoneMid-Mountain Ridge

Official Avalanche Advisory Required (Teton Pass)

FrostBurst condition ratings score snow depth and meteorological quality, NOT avalanche danger. Before backcountry skiing or mountain riding, you must check the official regional avalanche forecast and carry rescue gear (beacon, shovel, probe).

View Official Avalanche Center Forecast →

Station & Telemetry Metadata

USDA SNOTEL
Operating NetworkUSDA NRCS National Water & Climate Center
Reporting CadenceAutomated telemetry (hourly cadence)
Observation EquipmentAcoustic ultrasonic depth sensor & electronic snow pillow
Official Station ID812:WY:SNTL

Station Geography

Base Depth
48"+
24 - 48"
12 - 24"
< 12"
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Nearby Telemetry Stations

Sorted by Distance
Togwotee Pass45.8 mi away • 9,580 ft (+1,380 ft higher)
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Nearby Winter Recreation Areas

Within 100 Miles
Togwotee Pass & Continental Divide BasinThe global capital of Rocky Mountain mountain snowmobiling and high-country bowls.
45.5 mi→
Recommended Guide

How to Check the Official Avalanche Forecast Before Entering Backcountry

Crucial steps for consulting official avalanche centers (CAIC, UAC, NWAC, BTAC) before skiing or riding in the backcountry.

Read 6-min Guide →