Is Shanty Creek snowsure?
The snowiest week in Shanty Creek is week 4 of January. There are typically 5.1 snowy days during this week with 17 cm of snowfall. Check out the Shanty Creek 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 Shanty Creek
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 12 cm | 3.7 days |
| January | 15 cm | 4.7 days |
| February | 13 cm | 4.3 days |
| March | 8 cm | 2.5 days |
| April | 4 cm | 1.3 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Shanty Creek during September (week 3):
The average snowfall forecast during week 3 of September for Shanty Creek is 0 cm. There are typically 0.0 snowy days during this week. Shanty Creek prevailing weather and snow conditions during the third week of September at the middle elevation of the ski area at 288m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the usual freezing level (3609m) is well above the middle elevation of Shanty Creek. Snowy weather is highly unlikely in Shanty Creek in the middle of September but on average there are one or two wet days during this week every year. Typical temperatures are well above freezing both night and day at the middle elevation in Shanty Creek during week three of September with the average afternoon temperature 18.4°C and the minimum temperature 15.4°C. Usually there are four days per week when the sun comes out at this time of year. Generally light winds (average 14km/h).
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Shanty Creek Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Shanty Creek and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Shanty Creek 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 Shanty Creek 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 Shanty Creek 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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