Whistler Blackcomb Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Whistler Blackcomb
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This is the Snow Forecast for Whistler Blackcomb, Canada for 10 days from 23 March.
Updated 23 March 2025 22:05 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 23 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 27cm |
| Next 7 Days | 95cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whistler Blackcomb.
Forecast for today in Whistler Blackcomb
Max 6℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
23
4cm to 11cm New Snow
Clear spells first, light snow then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,035m to resort level.
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Updated 23 March 2025 23:05 IST
Powder Possible :- 17cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Whistler Blackcomb over the next 2 days.
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Whistler Blackcomb Snow Report
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| Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,280m | -4℃
+11cm
| -3℃
+9cm
| 0℃
+7cm
| 2℃
 | 1℃
+21cm
| -5℃
+42cm
| -4℃
+4cm
|
| 1,465m | 1℃
+11cm
| 2℃
+4cm
| 6℃
+2cm
| 10℃
 | 9℃
+8cm
| 2℃
+20cm
| 3℃
+3cm
|
| 650m | 6℃
+4cm
| 8℃
| 10℃
 | 15℃
| 14℃
| 5℃
 | 8℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 1,035m | varying 1,681m | varying 1,681m | varying 1,927m | varying 1,204m | varying 1,065m | |
| Max Town | 6℃ | 8℃ | 10℃ | 15℃ | 14℃ | 5℃ | 8℃ |
| Min Town | -1℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | -1℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Whistler Blackcomb Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 6℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
23
4cm to 11cm New Snow
Clear spells first, light snow then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,035m to resort level.
Max 8℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
up to 9cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light drizzle, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,681m to 819m, with rain below.
Max 10℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
up to 7cm New Snow
Drizzle first, light drizzle then drizzle, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,681m to 1,127m, with rain below.
Max 15℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Max 14℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
up to 21cm New Snow
Rain showers first, heavy drizzle then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,927m to 912m, with rain below.
Max 5℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 42cm New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,204m to 804m, with rain below.
Max 8℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells, light snow, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 1,065m to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Whistler Blackcomb, Canada gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Whistler Blackcomb, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Whistler Blackcomb Snow Forecast updated at 22:05 IST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Whistler Blackcomb
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Whistler Blackcomb, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Whistler Blackcomb, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Whistler Blackcomb is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Whistler Blackcomb will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Whistler Blackcomb for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.