Last winter wasn't exactly an epic ski season in Montana. A lot can change between now and ski season, and individual storms can still make for a fantastic winter. But if the forecast verifies, Montana ski areas could be facing another challenging season. NOAA.gov NOAA Winter Forecast 2026-2027NOAA.gov NOAA Winter Forecast 2026-2027Last Winter's Experience: A Family's Skiing JourneyWe got a taste of that last winter. READ MORE: Montana Athletes Take On America’s Scariest Ski RunMy son bought a ski pass last year and only ended up using it twice.