La Tuque Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Tuque
This is the Snow and Weather for La Tuque from 16 January.
Updated 16 January 2026 00:22 PST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Tuque.
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La Tuque Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in La Tuque?
| Next Snow Expected | 19 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
Forecast for today in La Tuque
Max 10°F
Min -5°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5°F and not getting above 10°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
16
New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level (1,171ft).
Forecast times for La Tuque are in Edmonton (Canada/Mountain) time zone.
La Tuque has up to 2in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GEM - at altitude
La Tuque Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SE F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 1,657ft | 8°F
 | 18°F
| 24°F
| 16°F
 +1in
| 9°F
 | -9°F
| -1°F
+1in
|
| NW F2 | SE F2 | W F2 | |||||
| 1,414ft | 9°F
| 18°F
| 25°F
| 17°F
+1in
| 10°F
| -8°F
| -1°F
+1in
|
| NW F2 | SE F2 | W F2 | |||||
| 1,171ft | 10°F
| 19°F
| 26°F
| 18°F
+1in
| 11°F
| -7°F
| 0°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | 1,171ft | 1,171ft | 1,171ft | 1,171ft | 1,171ft | ||
| Max Town | 10°F | 19°F | 26°F | 18°F | 11°F | -7°F | 0°F |
| Min Town | -5°F | -3°F | 8°F | 2°F | -17°F | -28°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.
Snow Reliability
La Tuque typically experiences a snow depth of 150 cm during peak season, with consistent snowfall throughout winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Tuque
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Tuque, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Tuque, 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 La Tuque 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 La Tuque 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 La Tuque 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.