Fernie Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Fernie
This is the Snow Forecast for Fernie, Canada for 10 days from 18 November.
Updated 18 November 2025 11:39 NZDT.
Forecast times for Fernie are in Mountain Time (Canada/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Fernie.
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Fernie Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Fernie?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 32cm |
Forecast for today in Fernie
Max 7℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then rain showers, clear sky later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 19 November 2025 09:36 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 38cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Fernie over the next 4 days.
Fernie Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,930m | 2℃
| 0℃
 | -1℃
 | -2℃
 +4cm
| 0℃
 +17cm
| -1℃
+8cm
| -4℃
+4cm
|
| 1,500m | 5℃
| 3℃
| 1℃
| 0℃
+5cm
| 1℃
 +33cm
| 1℃
+16cm
| -2℃
+3cm
|
| 1,070m | 7℃
| 6℃
| 3℃
| 2℃
+2cm
| 5℃
+2cm
| 5℃
| 1℃
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,116m | varying 1,208m | varying 1,578m | varying 1,562m | 1,070m | ||
| Max Town | 7℃ | 6℃ | 3℃ | 2℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 1℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | -1℃ | -4℃ | -1℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ | -4℃ |
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.
Fernie 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 7℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then rain showers, clear sky later.
Max 6℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 3℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 2℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
2cm to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells, light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,208m to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
2cm to 17cm New Snow
Light snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,578m to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
23
up to 8cm New Snow
Drizzle first, light rain then light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,562m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
24
1cm to 4cm New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Fernie, 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 Fernie, 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.
Fernie Snow Forecast updated at 11:39 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Fernie
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Mountain | 2cm | 34cm |
Snow Reliability
Fernie is known for its reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of over 8 meters annually. Skiers can expect good snow depth throughout the season, but it's always best to check the latest conditions on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fernie
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fernie, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fernie, 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 Fernie 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 Fernie 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 Fernie 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.