Is Sun Peaks snowsure?
The snowiest week in Sun Peaks is week 3 of December. There are typically 4.5 snowy days during this week with 22 cm of snowfall. Check out the Sun Peaks 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 Sun Peaks
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 16 cm | 3.9 days |
| January | 13 cm | 3.6 days |
| February | 15 cm | 4.2 days |
| March | 13 cm | 4.3 days |
| April | 10 cm | 3.3 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Sun Peaks during October (week 3):
The average snowfall forecast during week 3 of October for Sun Peaks is 5 cm. There are typically 2.0 snowy days during this week. Sun Peaks typical weather and snow conditions during the third week of October at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1634m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the normal freezing level (2358m) is well above the mid altitude of Sun Peaks. Based on long-term averages, there are two days with snowfall per week in Sun Peaks in the middle of October but with an average of one wet day during this week every year. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 5cm. Temperatures generally above freezing both night and day in Sun Peaks during week three of October with average maximum temperature 3.4°C and minimum temperature 1.9°C at the mid altitude. On average, a couple of days per week will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 13km/h).
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Sun Peaks Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Sun Peaks and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Sun Peaks 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 Sun Peaks 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 Sun Peaks 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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