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Nakiska Snow Forecast - 27th April 2025

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Nakiska Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Nakiska

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This is the Snow Forecast for Nakiska, Canada for 9 days from 27 April.

Updated 26 April 2025 23:37 BST.

Nakiska Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected27 April
Next Snow Amount 3cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 5cm 2in
Next 7 Days 6cm 3in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Nakiska.

Forecast for today in Nakiska

Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 1℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
27

1cm to 4cm 1in New Snow

MixedClearCloudLight Snow

Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, light snow later.

Snow Line from 2,038m 6,686ft to resort level.

Nakiska has 5cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Nakiska from OpenMeteo(GEM-Canada)
Sun
27
Mon
28
Tue
29
Wed
30
Thu
01
Fri
02
Sat
03
Wind
2,260m 7,415ft
7℃ 45°F
Snow
+4cm +1in
4℃ 39°F
Clear
+1cm
4℃ 38°F
Cloud
4℃ 40°F
Clear
8℃ 46°F
Clear
9℃ 49°F
Clear
8℃ 47°F
Clear
1,895m 6,217ft
11℃ 53°F
Snow
+3cm +1in
8℃ 46°F
Clear
+1cm
7℃ 45°F
Fair
9℃ 47°F
Clear
12℃ 53°F
Clear
14℃ 57°F
Clear
13℃ 55°F
Clear
1,530m 5,020ft
14℃ 58°F
Cloud
+1cm +1in
13℃ 55°F
Clear
12℃ 54°F
Fair
13℃ 56°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Clear
19℃ 67°F
Clear
18℃ 65°F
Fair
Snow Line

varying 2,038m 6,686ft
to 1,530m 5,020ft

varying 1,653m 5,423ft
to 1,530m 5,020ft

Max Town 14℃ 58°F 13℃ 55°F 12℃ 54°F 13℃ 56°F 17℃ 62°F 19℃ 67°F 18℃ 65°F
Min Town 1℃ 35°F -4℃ 25°F 4℃ 39°F -1℃ 29°F 0℃ 32°F 3℃ 38°F 7℃ 45°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.

Nakiska 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 14℃ 58°F
Min 1℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
27

1cm to 4cm 1in New Snow

MixedClearCloudLight Snow

Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, light snow later.

Snow Line from 2,038m 6,686ft to resort level.

Max 13℃ 55°F
Min -4℃ 25°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 13℃ 55°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
28

up to 1cm New Snow

Light SnowClearClearClear

Light snow early, then clear sky later.

Snow Line from 1,653m 5,423ft to resort level.

Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 4℃ 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
29

Snow unlikely

CloudFairMixedClear

Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 13℃ 56°F
Min -1℃ 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 13℃ 56°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
30

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearClear

Fair early, then clear sky later.

Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 0℃ 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
01

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 19℃ 67°F
Min 3℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 67°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 7℃ 45°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
03

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairShwrs

Clear sky, fair, rain showers later.

This Snow Forecast for Nakiska, 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 Nakiska, 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.

Nakiska Snow Forecast updated at 23:37 BST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Nakiska

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Nakiska
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Sunshine Village-Banff 8cm 3in 15cm 6in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Nakiska

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Nakiska, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Nakiska, 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 Nakiska 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 Nakiska 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 Nakiska 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.