📷 Nakiska
North America
Nakiska
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
Conditions data updated Thu, May 28, 09:02 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
May 22
6d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
7.4cm
14-Day Forecast
7.5cm
Snow Depth
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Overview
Nakiska is a ski resort in North America, Canada, currently closed for the season as of April 12, 2026. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 14/100 (Limited). 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 2026-05-28 21:02 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.
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Resort Info
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.
Not operating — season has ended
Closed April 12, 2026
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
79cm depth - good coverage on most runs.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Closed for the season · Data updated Thu, May 28, 09:02 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated May 28, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Pacific Northwest region
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, May 28, 09:02 PM UTC
Freezing Level
1920m
🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions
Base
1525m
Temp
19.7°C
Wind
7.1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
1.9cm
Mid-Mountain
1892m
Temp
13°C
Wind
9km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
8.9cm
Summit
2258m
Temp
15°C
Wind
7.1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
4.2cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2258m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
28
🌧️
15.4°
1.3°
Fri
29
🌧️
15.7°
3.4°
Sat
30
🌧️
9.5°
1.5°
Sun
31
❄️
4.2°
-1°
0.5cm
Mon
1
❄️
1.7°
-2.2°
7cm
Tue
2
🌧️
5.3°
-0.6°
Wed
3
🌧️
5.4°
0°
Thu
4
🌧️
12.4°
0.2°
Fri
5
⛅
16.8°
-0.3°
Sat
6
🌧️
14°
3.5°
Summit elevation (2258m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, May 28, 09:02 PM UTC
198.7cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+24%
vs 5-Year Avg
160cm avg by now
+8%
vs 30-Year Avg
183.2cm avg by now
160cm
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.
Season at a Glance
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.