📷 Lake Louise
North America
Lake Louise
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 3, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:04 AM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Snow Depth
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Powder Days
13
2026–27 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026–27 season
Overview
Lake Louise is a ski resort in North America, Canada, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 3, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 08:04 UTC.
Resort Guide
Lake Louise Ski Resort is located in the heart of Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada, offering over 4,200 acres of skiable terrain across four mountain faces. The resort is known for its breathtaking alpine scenery, diverse runs suitable for all abilities, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Signature experiences include wide-open bowls, gladed runs, and panoramic views of the surrounding Rockies, complemented by modern amenities such as on-mountain dining, ski schools, and equipment rentals. Lake Louise stands out for its combination of world-class skiing and its setting within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Lake Louise
Lifts
12
Skiable area
4200 ac
Longest run
8 km / 5 mi
Runs by difficulty(168 total)
Beginner
42
25% of terrain
Intermediate
76
45% of terrain
Advanced
50
30% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair1
- Double chair2
- Surface lift2
Snowmaking covers about 40% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Powder Keg Lounge – A popular après-ski spot located at the base of the mountain, the Powder Keg Lounge is known for its cozy atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and selection of local craft beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 8:04 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Pacific Northwest & BC region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 08:04 AM UTC
Base
1646m
Temp
9.2°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Mid-Mountain
2142m
Temp
--°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
2637m
Temp
2.7°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For Lake Louise (rockies), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Jul 14, 8:04 AM
Today 18 / -1 | Wed, Jul 15 16 / 41.8mm | Thu, Jul 16 17 / 20.9mm | Fri, Jul 17 17 / 33mm | Sat, Jul 18 13 / 30.9mm | Sun, Jul 19 18 / 2 | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 0.1 | 0 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 1.6 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 0 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 8 | 17 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 9 | 9 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 7 | 8 | 16 | 8 |
| Wind (km/h) | 3 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 4 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 13 | 36 | 19 | 10 | 28 | 15 | 9 | 20 | 13 | 18 | 32 | 21 | 18 | 35 | 28 | 14 | 32 | 30 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2637m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
☁️
17.5°
-0.6°
13 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
15.7°
4.4°
10 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
17.3°
2.3°
9 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
16.6°
3°
15 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
13°
2.8°
18 km/h
Sun
19
🌤️
17.6°
1.7°
12 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
16.2°
2.6°
7 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
16.1°
5.6°
7 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
17.6°
2.9°
11 km/h
Thu
23
☀️
19.2°
1.7°
10 km/h
Summit elevation (2637m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:04 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 183cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 183cm full-season avg
183cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has slightly exceeded the 30-year average, indicating a modest upward trend. The 2021 and 2020 seasons were significant outliers, with snowfall well above both short- and long-term averages, while the most recent three seasons have seen a return to lower totals. The current season's snowfall is 56% above the 5-year average and 63% above the 30-year average, marking a notable spike compared to recent years. This pattern suggests increased variability, with occasional extreme snowfall years driving the overall upward trend.
Lake Louise Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 334cm with an average of 172 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 45.6cm | 20 days | 49cm | 70cm | 9.7cm |
| December | 36.6cm | 20 days | 84cm | 102cm | 7.3cm |
| January | 36.5cm | 20 days | 106cm | 123cm | 7.7cm |
| February | 27.5cm | 16 days | 113cm | 127cm | 6.8cm |
| March | 41.5cm | 21 days | 120cm | 132cm | 7cm |
| April | 35.1cm | 20 days | 120cm | 129cm | 6.9cm |
| May | 35.3cm | 16 days | 92cm | 119cm | 9.6cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 3, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
