📷 Mount Norquay
North America
Mount Norquay
Projected to open November 14, 2026
Best months to book: April, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 14
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
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Mount Norquay is projected to open November 14, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1April33cm avg · last season 28.5
- #2March28cm avg · last season 31.1
- #3February17cm avg · last season 26.8
Best weeks to book
- #1 7 Apr – 13 Apr · last season 28.9
- #2 31 Mar – 6 Apr · last season 29.6
- #3 10 Mar – 16 Mar · last season 35.3
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 11:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Nov 14
Projected to open November 14, 2026
60 runs · 6 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 6
- Runs– / 60
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Mount Norquay
Mount Norquay is located just minutes from the town of Banff in Alberta, Canada, within Banff National Park. The resort features a variety of terrain across 60 runs, catering to all skill levels, and is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and night skiing offerings. Signature experiences include tubing, snowshoeing, and panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies. Key amenities include a historic day lodge, ski school, and convenient access to Banff’s accommodations and dining.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Mount Norquay
- Where is Mount Norquay?
- Mount Norquay is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Mount Norquay?
- Mount Norquay runs from a base elevation of 1,630 m (5,348 ft) to a summit of 2,450 m (8,038 ft), giving a vertical drop of 820 m (2,690 ft).
- How big is Mount Norquay?
- Mount Norquay has 190 acres (77 hectares) of skiable terrain, 60 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mount Norquay?
- Mount Norquay is on the Ikon Pass. 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 Mount Norquay?
- Mount Norquay typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Mount Norquay get in a typical season?
- Mount Norquay averages 98 inches / 249 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Mount Norquay in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #414 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -16% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Mount Norquay averaged -16% 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 -18%, '15-16 -13%, '23-24 -16%. A pattern, not a promise.
