📷 Banff Sunshine Village
North America
Banff Sunshine Village
Projected to open Oct 31
Projected to open October 31, 2026
Best months to book: March, April, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Oct 31
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
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7-Day Forecast
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Banff Sunshine Village is projected to open October 31, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March39cm avg
- #2April34cm avg
- #3January32cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 11:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Oct 31
Projected to open October 31, 2026
139 runs · 12 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 12
- Runs– / 139
- Green– / 28
- Blue– / 35
- Black– / 65
- Double black– / 11
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Banff Sunshine Village
Banff Sunshine Village is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, and offers over 3,500 acres of skiable terrain across three mountains. The resort is renowned for its long ski season, high-altitude snow quality, and breathtaking alpine views. Guests can enjoy a variety of runs for all abilities, on-mountain dining, and the unique experience of staying slopeside at the Sunshine Mountain Lodge. The resort stands out for its natural beauty, reliable snowfall, and easy access from the town of Banff.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Banff Sunshine Village
- Where is Banff Sunshine Village?
- Banff Sunshine Village is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Banff Sunshine Village?
- Banff Sunshine Village runs from a base elevation of 1,658 m (5,440 ft) to a summit of 2,730 m (8,957 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,072 m (3,517 ft).
- How big is Banff Sunshine Village?
- Banff Sunshine Village has 3,358 acres (1,359 hectares) of skiable terrain, 139 marked runs and 12 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Banff Sunshine Village?
- Banff Sunshine Village is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Banff Sunshine Village?
- Banff Sunshine Village typically operates from October to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Banff Sunshine Village get in a typical season?
- Banff Sunshine Village averages 354 inches / 900 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Banff Sunshine Village in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #369 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -11% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Banff Sunshine Village averaged -11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -25%, '15-16 -10%, '23-24 +1%. A pattern, not a promise.
