Shames Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Shames Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Shames Mountain, Canada for 9 days from 13 March.
Updated 12 March 2025 22:30 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Shames Mountain.
Forecast for today in Shames Mountain
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Shames Mountain has 9cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Shames Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Shames Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,189m 3,901ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 27°F
 +8cm +3in
| 1℃ 33°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
+5cm +2in
|
| 945m 3,099ft | 0℃ 31°F
| -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+8cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+5cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 38°F
+5cm +2in
|
| 700m 2,297ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+6cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 40°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | varying 715m 2,346ft | varying 746m 2,448ft | |
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 40°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 26°F | -5℃ 24°F | -3℃ 26°F | -6℃ 21°F | -3℃ 26°F | -6℃ 21°F | -1℃ 29°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.
Shames Mountain 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 1℃ 34°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 24°F and not getting above 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
1cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ 26°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
8cm 3in New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 21°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
5cm to 6cm 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then heavy snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 21°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Fair, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 715m 2,346ft to resort level.
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
3cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow.
Snow Line from 746m 2,448ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Shames Mountain, 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 Shames Mountain, 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.
Shames Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 22:30 GMT, next update expected 04:00 GMT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Shames Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Shames Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Shames Mountain, 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 Shames Mountain 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 Shames Mountain 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 Shames Mountain 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.