Kicking Horse Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kicking Horse
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This is the Snow Forecast for Kicking Horse, Canada for 10 days from 28 March.
Updated 29 March 2025 05:30 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kicking Horse.
Forecast for today in Kicking Horse
Max 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 2cm New Snow
Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,590m to resort level.
Kicking Horse has 3cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Kicking Horse Snow Report
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| Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,450m | -3℃
 +2cm
| -3℃
 +1cm
| -2℃
| -2℃
| -2℃
 +7cm
| -4℃
+2cm
| -6℃
 +4cm
|
| 1,820m | 1℃
+2cm
| 1℃
+1cm
| 2℃
| 1℃
| 2℃
+7cm
| 2℃
+1cm
| 0℃
+4cm
|
| 1,190m | 4℃
| 6℃
| 9℃
| 9℃
| 8℃
+2cm
| 6℃
| 3℃
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,590m | 1,190m | 2,205m | varying 2,128m | varying 1,867m | varying 1,436m | |
| Max Town | 4℃ | 6℃ | 9℃ | 9℃ | 8℃ | 6℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | 0℃ | -4℃ | -3℃ | 0℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ |
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 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 2cm New Snow
Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,590m to resort level.
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 1cm New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 9℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 9℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 8℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
2cm to 7cm New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,128m to resort level.
Max 6℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
up to 2cm New Snow
Fair first, clear sky then light snow, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,867m to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
1cm to 4cm New Snow
Fair early, then light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,436m 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 05:30 NZDT, next update expected 08:00 NZDT.
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.