The Canyons Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 April 2026 05:50 UTC
Snow Forecast for The Canyons
Snow and Weather from 1 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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The Canyons Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in The Canyons?
| Next Snow Expected | 1 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 14cm 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 32cm 13in |
| Next 7 Days | 32cm 13in |
Forecast for today in The Canyons
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
01
up to 15cm up to 6in New Snow
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Snow Line from 2,599m 8,527ft to 2,109m 6,919ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for The Canyons are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 01 April 2026 06:50 UTC
Powder Possible :- 32cm 13in of Fresh Snow is forecast for The Canyons over the next 2 days.
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| Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F5 | W F2 | S F2 | |||
| 3,050m 10,007ft | 0℃ 31°F
 +15cm +6in
| -3℃ 27°F
+15cm +6in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +2cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 49°F
|
| SW F3 | SW F5 | W F2 | S F2 | ||||
| 2,560m 8,399ft | 3℃ 37°F
+14cm +6in
| 1℃ 33°F
+15cm +6in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 55°F
|
| S F2 | W F4 | W F2 | S F2 | ||||
| 2,070m 6,791ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+12cm +5in
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 8℃ 47°F
| 13℃ 54°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 16℃ 61°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,599m 8,527ft | 2,070m 6,791ft | 2,070m 6,791ft | ||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 5℃ 40°F | 1℃ 34°F | 8℃ 47°F | 13℃ 54°F | 15℃ 60°F | 16℃ 61°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 33°F | -5℃ 23°F | -7℃ 20°F | -6℃ 21°F | -1℃ 30°F | 2℃ 35°F | 6℃ 43°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 The Canyons
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackjack | 21cm 8in | 39cm 16in | |||||||
| Solitude | 34cm 13in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Brighton (Utah) | 32cm 13in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Park City | 31cm 12in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Deer Valley Resort | 30cm 12in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Sundance | 9cm 3in | 9cm 3in |
Snow Reliability
The Canyons enjoys a reliable snow season with an average snowfall of 355 inches annually. Snow depth typically reaches 60 inches by mid-season, making it essential to check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Canyons
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Canyons, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Canyons, 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 The Canyons is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 The Canyons 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 The Canyons 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.