Clearwater snow report
Clearwater
Clearwater ski resort in British Columbia offers a variety of trails for all levels of skiers, with the best being the groomed runs off the summit chair. The resort was originally built in the 1970s by a group of local volunteers, and is still owned and operated by a non-profit society. For beginners, the Learning Centre offers lessons and gentle runs. The best après ski bar is the Powder Keg, which offers live music, local beer, and a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: The Clearwater Ski Resort in British Columbia is located in the Monashee Mountains. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of this resort include:
1. Monashee Mountains: The Monashee Mountains are a subrange of the Columbia Mountains and are known for their rugged terrain, deep snowpack, and stunning alpine scenery. The mountains surrounding Clearwater Ski Resort offer a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
2. Clearwater Mountain: Clearwater Mountain is a prominent peak in the Monashee Mountains and serves as a backdrop to the ski resort. It offers challenging terrain for advanced skiers and riders looking for steep chutes and deep powder.
3. North Aspect: The north aspect of the mountains at Clearwater Ski Resort often holds the best snow conditions due to its cooler temperatures and shaded slopes. Skiers and snowboarders can find excellent powder stashes and untouched terrain on north-facing slopes.
4. South Aspect: The south aspect of the mountains at Clearwater Ski Resort receives more sunlight and can offer softer snow conditions later in the day. This aspect is popular for cruising groomed runs and enjoying sunny alpine vistas.
Overall, the Monashee Mountains surrounding Clearwater Ski Resort provide a diverse range of terrain and aspects for skiers and snowboarders to explore and enjoy.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Clearwater -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Clearwater in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Clearwater reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Clearwater
Where does the snow data for Clearwater come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Clearwater?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Clearwater?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Clearwater.