Powder King Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 16 March 2026 17:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Powder King
Snow and Weather from 16 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Powder King Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Powder King?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 23cm 9in |
| Next 48 Hours | 31cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 45cm 18in |
Forecast for today in Powder King
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -8℃ 18°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ 18°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
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Snow Line
Mon
16
20cm to 23cm 8in to 9in New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow Line from 1,325m 4,347ft to resort level ( 940m 3,084ft ).
Forecast times for Powder King are in Edmonton (Canada/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 March 2026 17:52 UTC
Powder Possible :- 31cm 12in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Powder King over the next 2 days.
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 1,830m 6,004ft | -1℃ 30°F
+23cm +9in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +3cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+6cm +2in
| -4℃ 24°F
 +1cm
| -5℃ 23°F
+6cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
 +3cm +1in
| -8℃ 17°F
+5cm +2in
|
| S F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 1,385m 4,544ft | 2℃ 35°F
+23cm +9in
| 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
+6cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+3cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
+5cm +2in
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 940m 3,084ft | 4℃ 39°F
+20cm +8in
| 4℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
+6cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+5cm +2in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,325m 4,347ft | varying 1,217m 3,993ft | varying 1,309m 4,295ft | 940m 3,084ft | 940m 3,084ft | 940m 3,084ft | 940m 3,084ft |
| Max Town | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 31°F | -2℃ 28°F |
| Min Town | -8℃ 18°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 29°F | -3℃ 26°F | -5℃ 22°F | -6℃ 20°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.
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Snow Reliability
Powder King typically enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snowfall of over 10 meters per season. Snow depths can reach 3 meters, so check J2Ski for the latest conditions and updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Powder King
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Powder King, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Powder King, 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 Powder King 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 Powder King 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 Powder King 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.