Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.) snow report
Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.)
Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in North America, located in British Columbia. Some of the best trails include the Dave Murray Downhill, the Peak to Creek, and the Symphony Bowl. Few people know that Whistler Blackcomb was originally two separate ski resorts that merged in 1997. For beginners, the Magic Chair and Green Line are great starting points. The best apres ski bar is the Garibaldi Lift Co. in the heart of Whistler Village, offering live music and great food.
Terrain mix: Whistler-Blackcomb-Garibaldi-Lift-Co ski resort in British Columbia is located in the Coast Mountains, a mountain range in western North America that stretches from the Yukon in Canada to northern Washington in the United States. The resort is situated specifically in the Fitzsimmons Range, which is a subrange of the Coast Mountains.
Some of the prominent mountain aspects of Whistler-Blackcomb-Garibaldi-Lift-Co ski resort include:
1. Whistler Mountain: One of the two mountains that make up the resort, Whistler Mountain is known for its alpine terrain and challenging runs.
2. Blackcomb Mountain: The other mountain in the resort, Blackcomb Mountain offers a variety of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
3. Garibaldi Provincial Park: Located near the resort, this protected area is known for its stunning mountain scenery, including the iconic Black Tusk peak.
4. Peak 2 Peak Gondola: This gondola connects Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
5. Backcountry skiing: The resort is also known for its extensive backcountry skiing opportunities, with access to remote and challenging terrain for experienced skiers and snowboarders.
Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects of Whistler-Blackcomb-Garibaldi-Lift-Co ski resort offer a diverse and exciting terrain for winter sports enthusiasts.
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 Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.) -- 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 Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.) in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.) reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.)
Where does the snow data for Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.) 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 Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.)?
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 Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.)?
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 Whistler Blackcomb (Garibaldi Lift Co.).