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 18 April.
Updated 18 April 2025 03:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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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 55°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Kicking Horse has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Kicking Horse Snow Report
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| Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 8,038ft | 40°F
| 38°F
 | 26°F
 +1in
| 25°F
 +4in
| 27°F
 +1in
| 29°F
| 35°F
|
| 5,971ft | 48°F
| 46°F
| 33°F
 | 34°F
+5in
| 37°F
| 40°F
| 44°F
|
| 3,904ft | 55°F
| 55°F
| 46°F
| 45°F
 +5in
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,518ft | varying 7,034ft | varying 5,013ft | varying 5,367ft | 3,904ft | ||
| Max Town | 55°F | 55°F | 46°F | 45°F | 45°F | 47°F | 52°F |
| Min Town | 33°F | 37°F | 26°F | 32°F | 22°F | 28°F | 25°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.
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 55°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 55°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 46°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,034ft to 6,578ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°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
Mon
21
4in to 5in New Snow
Clear spells first, heavy snow then light snow, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,013ft to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,367ft to 4,206ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
New Snow
Fair first, snow showers then clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 52°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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 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.
Kicking Horse Snow Forecast updated at 03:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.
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.