Castle Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Castle Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Castle Mountain, Canada for 9 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 13:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Castle Mountain.
Forecast for today in Castle Mountain
Max 58°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,735ft to resort level.
Castle Mountain has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Castle Mountain Snow Report
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 7,457ft | 49°F
 | 31°F
 | 38°F
| 38°F
| 36°F
 +1in
| 35°F
+1in
| 33°F
|
| 6,042ft | 53°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 43°F
| 43°F
| 41°F
+1in
| 40°F
+1in
| 38°F
|
| 4,626ft | 58°F
+1in
| 40°F
| 47°F
| 47°F
| 45°F
| 44°F
| 42°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,735ft | 5,433ft | 4,829ft | 6,594ft | varying 5,988ft | varying 6,493ft | varying 6,293ft |
| Max Town | 58°F | 40°F | 47°F | 47°F | 45°F | 44°F | 42°F |
| Min Town | 30°F | 23°F | 21°F | 25°F | 33°F | 32°F | 31°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.
Castle 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 58°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,735ft to resort level.
Max 40°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 47°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 47°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then rain showers later.
Max 45°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then rain showers later.
Snow Line from 5,988ft to resort level.
Max 44°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, cloudy then light snow, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,493ft to resort level.
Max 42°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
New Snow
Light rain showers, heavy snow showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 6,293ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Castle 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 Castle Mountain, on any given trail 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.
Castle Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 13:32 PDT, next update expected 19:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Castle Mountain
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernie | 2in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Castle Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Castle Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Castle 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 Castle 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 Castle 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 Castle 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.