Lake Louise Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Lake Louise
This is the Snow and Weather for Lake Louise from 17 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 06:46 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Lake Louise.
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Lake Louise Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Lake Louise?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Lake Louise
Max -7℃ 18°F
Min -12℃ 10°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -12℃ 10°F and not getting above -7℃ 18°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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3cm 1in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then light snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,650m 5,413ft ).
Forecast times for Lake Louise are in Edmonton (Canada/Mountain) time zone.
Lake Louise has up to 7cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GEM - at altitude
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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,640m 8,661ft | -13℃ 8°F
+3cm +1in
| -16℃ 3°F
 | -15℃ 4°F
| -14℃ 6°F
 | -10℃ 13°F
| -9℃ 16°F
| -8℃ 18°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 2,145m 7,037ft | -10℃ 15°F
+2cm +1in
| -13℃ 9°F
| -12℃ 10°F
| -11℃ 12°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -6℃ 22°F
| -4℃ 24°F
+3cm +1in
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| 1,650m 5,413ft | -7℃ 18°F
+3cm +1in
| -10℃ 14°F
| -9℃ 16°F
| -8℃ 18°F
| -4℃ 25°F
| -2℃ 27°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
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| Snow Line | 1,650m 5,413ft | 1,650m 5,413ft | 1,650m 5,413ft | ||||
| Max Town | -7℃ 18°F | -10℃ 14°F | -9℃ 16°F | -8℃ 18°F | -4℃ 25°F | -2℃ 27°F | -1℃ 30°F |
| Min Town | -12℃ 10°F | -16℃ 3°F | -19℃ -3°F | -23℃ -10°F | -19℃ -1°F | -19℃ -3°F | -17℃ 2°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 Forecast near Lake Louise
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Mountain | 5cm 2in | 16cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Lake Louise typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 200 cm. Frequent snowfall ensures excellent skiing conditions throughout the season, but be sure to check J2Ski for the latest updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lake Louise
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lake Louise, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lake Louise, 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 Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise 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.