Ski Report

Whitewater Ski Resort snow report

Washington, Canada Nelson
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Whitewater Ski Resort -- Washington ski resort
Whitewater Ski Resort Washington · Nelson
About this resort

Whitewater Ski Resort

Whitewater Ski Resort in British Columbia offers 82 runs with diverse terrain for all skill levels, including the challenging chutes of The Glory Ridge and The Takeover. The resort is known for its abundance of snowfall, receiving an average of 12 meters annually. A little-known fact is that Whitewater was the first Canadian resort to allow snowboarding in 1986. Beginners can enjoy the gentle slopes of the Silver King area, and the best après ski bar is the Coal Oil Johnny's Pub, located in the base lodge.

Terrain mix: 1. Purcell Mountains: The Purcell Mountains are a prominent mountain range located near Whitewater Ski Resort. The mountains offer a stunning backdrop for skiing and snowboarding at the resort.

2. Ymir Mountain: Ymir Mountain is one of the main peaks in the area surrounding Whitewater Ski Resort. The mountain offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

3. Backcountry skiing: Whitewater Ski Resort is known for its extensive backcountry skiing opportunities. With access to a variety of mountain aspects and terrain, backcountry enthusiasts can explore untouched powder and challenging runs.

4. Glades: The resort is also known for its gladed tree skiing. Skiers and snowboarders can experience the thrill of weaving through the trees while enjoying the stunning mountain views.

5. Steep terrain: Whitewater Ski Resort offers a variety of steep terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders looking for a challenge. The resort's mountain aspects provide plenty of options for those seeking adrenaline-pumping runs.

StateWashington
LocationNelson
Detailed forecast

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.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & snow

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS OTX.

902 FXUS66 KOTX 100805 AFDOTX Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Spokane WA 105 AM PDT Wed Jun 10 2026 .KEY MESSAGES... - Drier and warmer late week through weekend increasing HeatRisk. && .SYNOPSIS... A dry warming trend is expected for the rest of the week. Temperatures will be warming. Widespread 80s to low 90s are forecast by the weekend. && .DISCUSSION... Today through Friday: A high pressure center of the California coast will support a ridge building along the Pacific coastline into the Gulf of Alaska. A few lingering showers over the Idaho Panhandle will dissipate by Wednesday afternoon as the earlier Low exits the region. The gradient is slow to loosen and keeps wind in the teens through the day. Ensembles have slowed on how fast the ridge builds. It has trended the highs a milder from previous forecast. It cold be do to the a strong Low over Manitoba supporting a trough stretching over BC. But minor HeatRisk is still the main concern through the end of the week. Highs for today will be in the 60s and low 70s and 70s and low 80s for the rest of the week. Overnight lows will be in the upper 30s and 40s. Saturday through Tuesday: By early Saturday morning, the trough drops into the US. There is poor agreement on the ensembles the track. Currently it is expected to clip the North Idaho Panhandle and Northeast WA. The trough could generate light precip and isolated thunderstorm. It is the best chance of any precip through the start of next week. The north to south flow pattern with the trough will bring gusty winds of 25 to 30 mph down the Okanogan Valley late Friday night into Saturday morning. The ridge axis will move over Washington Sunday through Tuesday and continues the dry, warming trend. Minor to Moderate HeatRisk will be widespread across the Inland Northwest. By Monday, highs are expected to be in the 80 and 90s. Lows will be in the 50s. /JDC && .AVIATION... 06Z TAFs: Westerly winds will also remain gusty up to 15-20 kts overnight through Wednesday. Showers will largely be confined over the Idaho Panhandle on Wednesday morning. VFR conditions expected late morning through end of TAF period. FORECAST CONFIDENCE AND/OR ALTERNATE SCENARIOS: Moderate confidence for MVFR stratus to develop at KPUW and low for KCOE overnight. /JDC ----------------------- Confidence descriptors: Low - Less than a 30 percent chance Moderate - 30 to 70 percent chance High - Greater than a 70 percent chance For additional probabilistic information for NWS Spokane airports, please refer to the Aviation Dashboard on our webpage: https:/www.weather.gov/otx/avndashboard && .Preliminary Point Temps/PoPs... Spokane 66 44 73 46 75 48 / 10 0 0 0 0 0 Coeur d`Alene 63 44 71 46 73 48 / 20 0 0 0 0 0 Pullman 61 39 70 44 72 45 / 40 0 0 0 0 0 Lewiston 69 46 78 50 80 52 / 20 0 0 0 0 0 Colville 68 38 74 41 76 43 / 10 0 0 0 10 0 Sandpoint 61 42 70 45 72 46 / 30 0 0 0 10 10 Kellogg 58 43 70 45 72 47 / 70 0 0 0 0 0 Moses Lake 73 41 79 48 82 52 / 0 0 0 0 0 0 Wenatchee 70 48 79 54 80 55 / 0 0 0 0 0 0 Omak 73 44 78 48 79 51 / 0 0 0 0 0 0 && .OTX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... WA...None. ID...None. && $$
Regional snowpack

Nearby SNOTEL stations

USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Whitewater Ski Resort is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.

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Hidden Lake 1 in
Nohrsc Bunchgrass Mdw 1 in
Bunchgrass Mdw 1 in
Around the area

Beyond the slopes

Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Whitewater Ski Resort -- 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 Whitewater Ski Resort in the Snoflo app

Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Whitewater Ski Resort reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.

FAQ

About Whitewater Ski Resort

Where does the snow data for Whitewater Ski Resort 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 Whitewater Ski Resort?

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 Whitewater Ski Resort?

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.

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