Banff Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Banff
This is the Snow Forecast for Banff, Canada for 10 days from 17 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 18:36 GMT.
Forecast times for Banff are in Mountain Time (Canada/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Banff.
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Banff Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Banff?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Banff
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Banff has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,730m 8,957ft | -1℃ 31°F
 | -2℃ 29°F
| -7℃ 20°F
| -6℃ 21°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -6℃ 22°F
 +1cm
| -6℃ 21°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 2,445m 8,022ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 | -4℃ 25°F
| -4℃ 24°F
| -5℃ 22°F
| -4℃ 25°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 2,160m 7,087ft | 3℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| -3℃ 26°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 2,160m 7,087ft | 2,160m 7,087ft | 2,160m 7,087ft | 2,160m 7,087ft | |||
| Max Town | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 28°F | -3℃ 26°F | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 28°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 24°F | -6℃ 22°F | -11℃ 12°F | -12℃ 11°F | -8℃ 18°F | -7℃ 20°F | -11℃ 11°F |
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.
Banff 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 3℃ 38°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 22°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -11℃ 12°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ 12°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -12℃ 11°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -12℃ 11°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max -3℃ 26°F
Min -8℃ 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ 18°F and not getting above -3℃ 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, light snow later.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -7℃ 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 20°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -11℃ 11°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ 11°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
23
3cm 1in New Snow
Light snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Banff, 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 Banff, 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.
Banff Snow Forecast updated at 18:36 GMT, next update expected 21:00 GMT.
Snow Forecast near Banff
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakiska | 7cm 3in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Sunshine Village-Banff | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Banff Mount Norquay | 3cm 1in | 9cm 3in |
Snow Reliability
Banff typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 300 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Banff
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Banff, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Banff, 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 Banff 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 Banff 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 Banff 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.