On September 5, 2024, Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort experienced its first snowfall of the season.

On September 5, 2024, Colorado's Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort recorded its first snowfall of the season, signaling the start of winter preparations. This early snow followed a storm affecting higher elevations, although it is expected to melt quickly. While the National Weather Service anticipates a warmer, drier fall, the Farmers' Almanac forecasts a colder, snowier winter ahead. Ski resorts are gearing up for openings in October and November.