📷 Banff Sunshine Village
North America
Banff Sunshine Village
Pre-season — not open yet
Last season ended May 16, 2026
Best months to book: March, April, January · 31-yr snow record
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Pre-season — not open yet — closed May 16
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 12
todayPast 24 Hours
1cm
Past 48 Hours
1.8cm
Past 10 Days
2.6cm
7-Day Forecast
3.8cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
1
2026–27 season
Banff Sunshine Village is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
March
#1 to book
39cm avg
April
#2 to book
34cm avg
January
#3 to book
32cm avg
Ranked on 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 09:03 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Pre-season — not open yet
Last season ended May 16, 2026
137 runs · 12 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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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 2,195 m (7,201 ft) to a summit of 2,730 m (8,957 ft), giving a vertical drop of 535 m (1,755 ft).
- How big is Banff Sunshine Village?
- Banff Sunshine Village has 3,358 acres (1,359 hectares) of skiable terrain, 137 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.
