Kicking Horse Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kicking Horse
This is the Snow Forecast for Kicking Horse, Canada for 10 days from 18 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 22:35 GMT.
Forecast times for Kicking Horse are in Mountain Time (Canada/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kicking Horse.
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Kicking Horse Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Kicking Horse?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 November |
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| Next Snow Amount | 9cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 27cm 10in |
Forecast for today in Kicking Horse
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
4cm to 9cm 1in to 4in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,282m 4,206ft to resort level.
Kicking Horse has 10cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,450m 8,038ft | -3℃ 26°F
+9cm +4in
| -6℃ 20°F
 | -5℃ 23°F
 | -5℃ 23°F
 +2cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
+9cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
+5cm +2in
| -13℃ 9°F
+1cm
|
| 1,820m 5,971ft | 1℃ 33°F
+9cm +4in
| -2℃ 28°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| -1℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
+8cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
+6cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+1cm
|
| 1,190m 3,904ft | 2℃ 36°F
+4cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
+7cm +3in
| 3℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| -5℃ 22°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,282m 4,206ft | varying 1,390m 4,560ft | varying 1,236m 4,055ft | varying 1,267m 4,157ft | varying 1,344m 4,409ft | 1,190m 3,904ft | |
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 36°F | -5℃ 22°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 29°F | -5℃ 24°F | -2℃ 27°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 30°F | -6℃ 20°F | -10℃ 14°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.
Kicking Horse 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 2℃ 36°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
4cm to 9cm 1in to 4in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,282m 4,206ft to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ 24°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Light snow early, then clear sky later.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -2℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 27°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light snow, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,236m 4,055ft to resort level.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
7cm to 9cm 3in New Snow
Light snow early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,267m 4,157ft to resort level.
Max 3℃ 36°F
Min -6℃ 20°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 20°F and rising to 3℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
23
3cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,344m 4,409ft to resort level.
Max -5℃ 22°F
Min -10℃ 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ 14°F and not getting above -5℃ 22°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
24
1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Kicking Horse, 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 Kicking Horse, 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.
Kicking Horse Snow Forecast updated at 22:35 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Reliability
Kicking Horse typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 9 meters annually and consistent snow depth throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kicking Horse
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kicking Horse, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kicking Horse, 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 Kicking Horse 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 Kicking Horse 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 Kicking Horse 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.