Lake Louise Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Lake Louise
This is the Snow Forecast for Lake Louise, Canada for 10 days from 16 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 13:34 AEDT.
Forecast times for Lake Louise are in Mountain Time (Canada/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Lake Louise.
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Lake Louise Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Lake Louise?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm |
Forecast for today in Lake Louise
Max 1℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Lake Louise has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,640m | -5℃
| -3℃
 | -3℃
 +2cm
| -6℃
| -6℃
| -5℃
+6cm
| -6℃
+6cm
|
| 2,145m | 0℃
| 1℃
| 0℃
 +2cm
| -2℃
| -4℃
| -2℃
+4cm
| -3℃
+5cm
|
| 1,650m | 1℃
| 4℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 0℃
| -1℃
| -1℃
+5cm
| -1℃
+11cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,896m | 1,650m | 1,650m | ||||
| Max Town | 1℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 0℃ | -1℃ | -1℃ | -1℃ |
| Min Town | -5℃ | -2℃ | -1℃ | -8℃ | -7℃ | -2℃ | -6℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Lake Louise Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 1℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 3℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Fair first, cloudy then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,896m to resort level.
Max 0℃
Min -8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -8℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Light snow, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max -1℃
Min -7℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max -1℃
Min -2℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -2℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
5cm to 6cm New Snow
Fair first, light snow then light snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃
Min -6℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
6cm to 11cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers, heavy snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Lake Louise, Canada gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Lake Louise, on any given trail or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Lake Louise Snow Forecast updated at 13:34 AEDT, next update expected 16:00 AEDT.
Snow Forecast near Lake Louise
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Mountain | 2cm | 23cm |
Snow Reliability
Lake Louise typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 200 cm. Frequent snowfall ensures excellent skiing conditions throughout the season, but be sure to check J2Ski for the latest updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lake Louise
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lake Louise, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lake Louise, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Lake Louise is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Lake Louise will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Lake Louise for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.