Whitemud snow report
Whitemud
Whitemud ski resort in Alberta boasts a variety of skiing trails suitable for all levels of skiers. The best trails for intermediate and advanced skiers are the Black Diamond and Double Black Diamond runs. Interestingly, Whitemud ski resort is built on top of an abandoned coal mine, making it a unique destination. For beginner skiers, a suggestion is to try out the Green Circle runs which are gentler slopes. The best après ski bar is the Powder Keg Lounge, offering a cozy atmosphere and delicious drinks.
Terrain mix: Whitemud Ski Resort is located in Alberta, Canada, and is known for its picturesque mountain ranges and diverse terrain. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Whitemud Ski Resort include:
1. The Canadian Rockies: Whitemud Ski Resort is situated in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, offering stunning mountain views and challenging terrain for skiers and snowboarders.
2. The Alberta Foothills: The resort also borders the Alberta Foothills, providing a mix of rolling hills and steep slopes for visitors to explore.
3. Varied Terrain: Whitemud Ski Resort offers a variety of terrain options, including groomed runs, moguls, glades, and backcountry areas for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
4. Elevation: The resort has a base elevation of approximately 5,000 feet and reaches heights of over 8,000 feet, providing plenty of vertical drop and opportunities for advanced skiers and riders.
Overall, Whitemud Ski Resort offers a unique alpine experience with a diverse range of mountain ranges and terrain features for visitors to 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 Whitemud -- 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 Whitemud in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Whitemud reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Whitemud
Where does the snow data for Whitemud 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 Whitemud?
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 Whitemud?
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 Whitemud.