Sun Peaks Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sun Peaks
This is the Snow Forecast for Sun Peaks, Canada for 10 days from 16 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 04:36 CST.
Forecast times for Sun Peaks are in Pacific Time (Canada/Pacific).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sun Peaks.
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Sun Peaks Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sun Peaks?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 11cm |
Forecast for today in Sun Peaks
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Sun Peaks has 4cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sun Peaks Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,080m | -1℃
| 0℃
| -1℃
 +4cm
| -4℃
| -4℃
 | -6℃
 +3cm
| -2℃
 +3cm
|
| 1,670m | 2℃
| 3℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| -1℃
| -1℃
| -3℃
+3cm
| 0℃
+3cm
|
| 1,260m | 5℃
| 8℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
| 1℃
| -1℃
+3cm
| 3℃
+2cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,783m | varying 1,629m | 1,260m | varying 1,475m | |||
| Max Town | 5℃ | 8℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | 2℃ | 2℃ | 0℃ | -3℃ | -4℃ | -4℃ | -2℃ |
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.
Sun Peaks Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 8℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 4℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
up to 4cm New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers at altitude, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,629m to 1,368m, with rain below.
Max 2℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Light snow at altitude, clear sky, fair later.
Max 1℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max -1℃
Min -4℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
3cm New Snow
Clear sky, fair, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
2cm to 3cm New Snow
Light snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,475m to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Sun Peaks, Canada gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Sun Peaks, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Sun Peaks Snow Forecast updated at 04:36 CST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Sun Peaks
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harper Mountain | - | 3cm |
Snow Reliability
Sun Peaks typically enjoys a reliable snow cover, with an average snowfall of around 600 cm annually. To stay updated on current conditions and snow depth, it's recommended to check the latest information on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sun Peaks
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sun Peaks, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sun Peaks, 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 Sun Peaks 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 Sun Peaks 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 Sun Peaks 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.