Sunshine Village-Banff Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sunshine Village-Banff
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Sunshine Village-Banff, Canada for 10 days from 18 May.
Updated 18 May 2025 07:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sunshine Village-Banff.
Forecast for today in Sunshine Village-Banff
Max 46°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
New Snow
Light rain showers first, snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,641ft to resort level.
Sunshine Village-Banff has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sunshine Village-Banff Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Sunshine Village-Banff 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 8,957ft | 41°F
| 36°F
 +1in
| 35°F
 | 33°F
 | 37°F
| 37°F
| 35°F
+2in
|
| 8,022ft | 43°F
| 40°F
+1in
| 38°F
| 36°F
| 41°F
| 40°F
| 38°F
+1in
|
| 7,087ft | 46°F
| 43°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 40°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
| 42°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,641ft | varying 7,894ft | varying 8,097ft | varying 8,146ft | 7,087ft | varying 8,196ft | |
| Max Town | 46°F | 43°F | 41°F | 40°F | 44°F | 44°F | 42°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 25°F | 27°F | 19°F | 25°F | 26°F | 33°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.
Sunshine Village-Banff 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 46°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
New Snow
Light rain showers first, snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,641ft to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
1in New Snow
Snow showers first, clear sky then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,894ft to resort level.
Max 41°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 8,097ft to resort level.
Max 40°F
Min 19°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 19°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
Max 44°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then snow showers, clear spells later.
Max 44°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, light drizzle later.
Max 42°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°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
Sat
24
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, heavy snow showers, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 8,196ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Sunshine Village-Banff, 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 Sunshine Village-Banff, 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.
Sunshine Village-Banff Snow Forecast updated at 07:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Sunshine Village-Banff
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banff | 1in | 6in | |||||||
| Nakiska | 3in | 6in | |||||||
| Banff Mount Norquay | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sunshine Village-Banff
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sunshine Village-Banff, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sunshine Village-Banff, 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 Sunshine Village-Banff 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 Sunshine Village-Banff 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 Sunshine Village-Banff 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.