Big White Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big White
This is the Snow Forecast for Big White, Canada for 10 days from 11 November.
Updated 11 November 2025 19:42 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big White.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Big White Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Big White?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 50cm |
Forecast for today in Big White
Max 6℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Powder Alert!
Updated 11 November 2025 19:43 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 17cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Big White over the next 3 days.
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| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | ||||||
| 2,290m | -2℃
| -3℃
 | 0℃
 +4cm
| -1℃
 +16cm
| -2℃
 +15cm
| -1℃
+4cm
| -2℃
 +4cm
|
| S F3 | |||||||
| 1,900m | 1℃
| 0℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+15cm
| 0℃
+15cm
| 2℃
+3cm
| 0℃
+4cm
|
| 1,510m | 6℃
| 5℃
| 5℃
| 4℃
+3cm
| 3℃
+14cm
| 4℃
| 3℃
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,756m | varying 1,972m | varying 1,895m | varying 1,664m | varying 1,848m | varying 1,725m | |
| Max Town | 6℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -2℃ | 2℃ | -1℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ | -7℃ |
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.
Big White 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 -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 5℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 4cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, light drizzle then rain showers, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,972m to 1,587m, with rain below.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
14
3cm to 16cm New Snow
Light drizzle, light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,895m to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
14cm to 15cm New Snow
Heavy snow, heavy snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,664m to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells, light snow at altitude, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,848m to 1,556m, with rain below.
Max 3℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
1cm to 4cm New Snow
Snow showers first, clear sky then snow showers, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,725m to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Big White, 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 Big White, 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.
Big White Snow Forecast updated at 19:42 NZDT, next update expected 22:00 NZDT.
Snow Reliability
Big White is renowned for its snow reliability, with an average snowfall of 750 cm per season. The snow depth typically remains consistent throughout the winter, but be sure to check J2Ski for the latest updates on conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big White
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big White, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big White, 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 Big White 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 Big White 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 Big White 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.