Is Nakiska snowsure?
The snowiest week in Nakiska is week 4 of April. There are typically 3.2 snowy days during this week with 16 cm of snowfall. Check out the Nakiska Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Nakiska
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 9 cm | 2.4 days |
| January | 6 cm | 1.9 days |
| February | 10 cm | 2.9 days |
| March | 12 cm | 3.5 days |
| April | 16 cm | 3.4 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Nakiska during November (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of November for Nakiska is 10 cm. There are typically 2.2 snowy days during this week. Nakiska normal weather and snow conditions during the first week of November at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1892m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the average freezing level (1588m) is slightly below the mid altitude of Nakiska. Based on long-term averages, there are two days with snowfall per week in Nakiska at the start of November but rainy days are possible at this time of year: you can expect on average one rainy day every 7 years during this week of November. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 10cm. Temperatures should usually hold a few degrees below freezing. Average maximum temperature at the mid altitude in Nakiska during week one of November is -1.9°C while the average minimum temperature is only -3.9°C. On average, only one or two days with sunshine per week. Mostly light winds (average 15km/h) are unlikely to affect lift operations but there is a 50% chance that the mean wind speed will exceed more than 30km/h one day. Below-freezing, calm and sunny ideal weather days that follow fresh snow (bluebird powder days) are in short supply, occuring this week on average one year in 1
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Nakiska Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Nakiska and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Nakiska are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Nakiska are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Nakiska are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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