Snow Valley snow report
Snow Valley
Snow Valley ski resort in Alberta offers a variety of terrain for skiers of all levels, with the best trails being the intermediate runs on the north side of the mountain. A lesser-known fact is that Snow Valley was the first ski area in Edmonton, opening in 1948 with only one rope tow. For beginners, the Magic Carpet is a great option to practice on. The best après ski bar is the Snow Valley Lounge, which offers a cozy atmosphere and delicious food and drinks.
Terrain mix: Snow-Valley Ski Resort in Alberta is located in the Canadian Rockies, specifically in the Banff National Park. The resort is surrounded by several prominent mountain ranges, including:
1. The Rocky Mountains
2. The Sawback Range
3. The Slate Range
4. The Vermilion Range
Some of the notable mountain aspects of Snow-Valley Ski Resort include:
1. Steep slopes and challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders
2. Glacial peaks and bowls for backcountry skiing and snowboarding
3. Tree-lined runs and groomed trails for intermediate and beginner skiers and snowboarders
4. Stunning views of snow-capped mountains and glaciers from the resort's lifts and runs
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 Snow Valley -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
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 Snow Valley in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Snow Valley reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Snow Valley
Where does the snow data for Snow Valley 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 Snow Valley?
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 Snow Valley?
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 Snow Valley.