Latest Storm Could Push Colorado Ski Area Over 200" While East Coast Skiing Stunted

DENVER (CBS4) - It's feast or famine in the ski world this season across the United States.

The latest storm to hit Colorado threatens to push the Wolf Creek Ski Area over the 200 inches mark for snowfall this season.

As of Dec. 22, their season-to-date total stood at 191" with more snow in the forecast.

Wolf Creek Ski Area (credit: Wolf Creek Ski Area)

Two riders enjoy the latest snowstorm to hit Colorado. (credit: Dustin Schaefer, Loveland Ski Area)

Several Colorado ski resorts have exceeded 100" since the flakes began to fly in October.

Loveland - 138"
Steamboat Springs - 133"
Winter Park - 115"
Telluride - 107"
Breckenridge - 106"
Vail - 106"

(credit: CBS4/Colorado's Weather Center)

Meanwhile at ski resorts on the East Coast it's a completely different story due to a prolonged period of record warmth.

As of Dec. 22, Vermont's Stowe Mountain Resort had only received 17" of snow so far this season. North Carolina's Sugar Mountain was reporting only 1.1" of snow.

A look at Stowe Mountain on Dec. 22 from the resort's webcam (credit: Stowe Mountain Resort webcam)

A look at Sugar Mountain on Dec. 22 from the resort's webcam (credit: Sugar Mountain Resort webcam)

Several cities in the eastern United States are preparing for the warmest Christmas ever recorded.

Meteorologist Chris Spears writes about stories related to weather and climate in Colorado. Check out his bio, connect with him on Facebook or follow him on Twitter @ChrisCBS4.