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Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

📷 Mount Norquay

North America

Mount Norquay

Off-season

Last season ended April 18, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC · informational only

Off-season — closed April 18

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

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Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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14-Day Forecast

4cm

Snow Depth

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Powder Days

7

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:04 AM•Weather at base: 1630m

Overview

Mount Norquay is a ski resort in North America, Canada, currently closed for the season (Last season ended April 18, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~4 cm (1.6 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

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.

Resort Info

Summit2450m
Base1630m
Vertical820m
Lifts6
Runs60
Skiable Area190 acres
Average snowfall98 inches / 249 cm
CountryCanada
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Season dates

Last season endedApril 18, 2026
Projected openingNovember 14, 2026

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Cliffhouse Bistro – Perched atop Mount Norquay, this stylish bistro offers panoramic mountain views and a relaxed après-ski atmosphere, making it a favorite for skiers seeking craft cocktails, local beers, and hearty alpine-inspired fare in a scenic setting.

Snow Summary

2450mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 10:04 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Pacific Northwest & BC region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC

Depth by source

every reading we have
  • GHCNBase 6cm

The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

1630m

Temp

6.7°C

Wind

1.8km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

0.8cm

Mid-Mountain

2040m

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Wind

2km/h

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14-Day Forecast

4cm

Summit

2450m

Temp

1.3°C

Wind

1.8km/h

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14-Day Forecast

1.2cm

El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Mount Norquay El Niño rank & forecast

Mount Norquay ranks #414 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier E, −16% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter: Strong El Niño winters ran clearly below this resort’s own baseline (≤ −8%). Still skiable — schedule late season; one storm cycle can beat the climatology.

#414 of 488Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

Strong-event signal: −16% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

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.

'97-98 −18%'15-16 −13%'23-24 −16%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

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Live Conditions

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily 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 Mount Norquay (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 Aug 28, 10:04 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
12 / 00.1mm
Sat, Aug 29
12 / 10.9mm
Sun, Aug 30
6 / -16mm
Mon, Aug 31
12 / -1
Tue, Sep 1
16 / 1
Wed, Sep 2
13 / 43.4mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)000.100.50.40.64.50.90000001.10.91.4
Temp (°C)31155114162211451475127
Wind (km/h)3123262542393393363
Gusts (km/h)234327122813222715173131284536142630

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2450m)

ECMWF
1.5cm
GFS
0.8cm
GEM
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JMA
11.8cm
ICON
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SnowSure™
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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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11.9°

0.1°

14 km/h

Sat

29

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11.8°

1.1°

7 km/h

Sun

30

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6.4°

-0.9°

6 km/h

Mon

31

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12.2°

-1°

11 km/h

Tue

1

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15.7°

1.2°

13 km/h

Wed

2

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12.7°

3.7°

8 km/h

Thu

3

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11.1°

1.3°

10 km/h

Fri

4

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10.7°

2.3°

7 km/h

Sat

5

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7.4°

2.9°

3 km/h

Sun

6

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12.9°

0.5°

9 km/h

Summit elevation (2450m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

Summer Conditions

Parks Canada

Avalanche forecasts have ended for the season and will resume in autumn 2026.During the summer months, avalanche danger may exist in the high alpine as a result of warmth and isothermal snow, or random summer snowstorms that deposit fresh snow with wind. Start your day early to take advantage of cold conditions in the morning.

Read the official bulletin ↗

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC

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Off-season · 115cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 140cm full-season avg

115cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~144.9 cm. That's 26% above the 5-year average (115 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 4% above the 30-year average (140 cm).

Mount Norquay Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 225cm with an average of 139 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November26.1cm17 days27cm41cm7.3cm
December20.6cm16 days51cm63cm5.1cm
January18.4cm16 days67cm79cm5cm
February17.1cm15 days74cm85cm4.9cm
March27.7cm19 days81cm91cm5.9cm
April33.3cm17 days79cm91cm8.5cm
May32.1cm13 days46cm75cm9.8cm

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 14, 2026

Through Apr 18, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Mount Norquay, ERA5 season snowfall median was 206 cm (81 in), about 4% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

206 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% below median

All-season median

215 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10206 cm197 cm – 215 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12220 cm195 cm – 242 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8255 cm205 cm – 273 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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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.