📷 Nakiska
North America
Nakiska
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open November 1, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:05 AM UTC · informational only
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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
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Snow Depth
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Powder Days
5
2026–27 season
Overview
Nakiska is a ski resort in North America, Canada, currently closed for the season (Projected to open November 1, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 08:05 UTC.
Resort Guide
Nakiska is a ski resort located in Kananaskis Country, Alberta, Canada, designed as the host site for alpine events during the 1988 Winter Olympics. The resort features over 1,000 acres of skiable terrain, modern lift infrastructure, and a focus on family-friendly experiences with extensive beginner and intermediate runs. Nakiska is known for its reliable snowmaking system, early season openings, and convenient access from Calgary, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors seeking a relaxed, approachable mountain atmosphere. Key amenities include a day lodge, equipment rentals, ski school, and on-mountain dining options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Nakiska
Lifts
6
Skiable area
1021 ac
Longest run
3.3 km / 2 mi
Runs by difficulty(71 total)
Beginner
11
16% of terrain
Intermediate
50
70% of terrain
Advanced
10
14% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad1
- Double chair1
- Surface lift2
Snowmaking covers about 85% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Finish Line Lounge – Located at the base of Nakiska, the Finish Line Lounge is celebrated for its relaxed atmosphere, mountain views, and welcoming après-ski environment, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and casual fare after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 8:05 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, 08:05 AM UTC
Base
1525m
Temp
10°C
Wind
1.5km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1892m
Temp
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Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
2258m
Temp
5.3°C
Wind
1.5km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Live Conditions
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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 Nakiska (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, 8:05 AM
Today 20 / 3 | Wed, Jul 15 19 / 61.5mm | Thu, Jul 16 19 / 54.8mm | Fri, Jul 17 21 / 63.3mm | Sat, Jul 18 19 / 50.3mm | Sun, Jul 19 19 / 41.1mm | |||||||||||||
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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 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 0 | 4.5 | 0.3 | 1.7 | 1.6 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0 | 0.5 | 0.6 |
| Temp (°C) | 11 | 19 | 10 | 12 | 17 | 11 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 11 | 19 | 12 | 12 | 18 | 11 | 11 | 18 | 10 |
| Wind (km/h) | 2 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 12 | 24 | 16 | 13 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 31 | 12 | 19 | 30 | 24 | 22 | 30 | 30 | 18 | 27 | 30 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2258m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
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20.1°
2.9°
7 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
19°
5.6°
6 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
19.2°
4.8°
11 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
20.5°
5.9°
7 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
18.5°
4.7°
18 km/h
Sun
19
🌧️
18.9°
4°
10 km/h
Mon
20
🌧️
13.1°
7.7°
8 km/h
Tue
21
🌧️
13.9°
9°
3 km/h
Wed
22
🌧️
20.1°
6.1°
6 km/h
Thu
23
🌧️
21.3°
6°
8 km/h
Summit elevation (2258m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 08:05 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 126cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 126cm full-season avg
126cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has been slightly below the 30-year average, indicating a modest downward trend. However, the most recent season recorded 108% of the 5-year average and 101% of the 30-year average, suggesting a rebound from previous lower totals. Notably, the 2023 season was an outlier with significantly higher snowfall, while 2024 saw a return to more typical levels. Overall, recent variability highlights short-term fluctuations within a generally stable long-term pattern.
Nakiska Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 235cm with an average of 132 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 |
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| November | 26.8cm | 16 days | 22cm | 34cm | 7.6cm |
| December | 20.1cm | 16 days | 41cm | 52cm | 5.4cm |
| January | 18.9cm | 15 days | 54cm | 64cm | 5.5cm |
| February | 18.9cm | 14 days | 62cm | 73cm | 5.1cm |
| March | 31.4cm | 19 days | 70cm | 81cm | 6.7cm |
| April | 36cm | 17 days | 67cm | 81cm | 8.9cm |
| May | 32.9cm | 12 days | 30cm | 61cm | 10.1cm |
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 1, 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.
