Whistler Weather - Current Conditions, Forecasts & 2008-2009 Snow Predictions

Here is your one-stop resource hub of trusted, independent Whistler weather resources, blogs, and historical statistics.

What to wear, when the most snow falls, and how many layers to bring are important questions to answer before traveling to Whistler. If you're planning on an outdoor adventure vacation, then the weather is something you need to know about!

Current Whistler Weather & 5 Day Forecasts

Find the most recent Whistler weather forecasts and conditions. Choose one of these authoritative sources and travel knowing you are prepared for the weather in Whistler:

Whistler Blackcomb Current Temperature & Snow Conditions


Independent Whistler Weather Blogs & Other Local Weather Sites

Read independent local weather blogs to get the real scoop on actual skiing/riding conditions in Whistler. Get the insider connection by reading Whistler weather conditions from real people like you, who are actually on the mountain!

There's no spin, hiding or dodging the real questions, like how long the line-ups are, whether the runs are icy or whether or not its dumping RAIN at the top.

Winter Weather & Snow Predictions for the 2008/2009 Ski/Riding Season

The pundits are pontificating a snowy winter for the Pacific Northwest. The culprit is La Nina, which typically dumps snow on the Coast Mountains.

Whistler Backcountry Weather Advisory

Whistler Weather & Snow Statistics

How Much Does it Snow in Whistler?

Here are some snowfall statistics. Highlighted numbers show the months where it snowed the most in each year! As you can see, there isn't really a consistent pattern when it comes to which month is the best for snow. They're all pretty great!

Snowfall by Year & Month
Year 2006/2007 2005/2006 2004/2005 2003/2004 2002/2003 2001/2002 2000/2001
Month
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
Nov. 416 164 114.5 45
81
31
178
70
110
43
151
59
87
34
Dec. 275 108 139 55
130
51
300
118
335
132
377
148
171
67
Jan. 254 100 469 185
42
16
201
79
178
70
164
65
163
64
Feb. 147 58 112 44
47
18
111
44
54
21
231
91
53
21
Mar. 198 78 243 97
143
56
159
63
336
132
149
59
124
49
Apr. 103 40 103 40
197
78
20
8
194
76
51
20
137
54
May 23 9 11 4
45
18
6
2
23
9
41
16
71
22

What's the Average Alpine Temperature? (ie: what kind of clothes should you bring!)

The moral of this story is to bring lots of layers and be prepared for anything!. As a general rule of thumb, March & April are much warmer.

Average Alpine Temperatures
Lows
Highs
°C
°F
°C
°F
Dec - Feb -12 11 -5 23
Mar - May -8 19 5 42

How Cold is it in the Village or in the Valley?

There's a big difference between the alpine and the valley/Village. You'll need lots of layers to enjoy yourself at all elevations!

Average Valley Temperatures

Lows
Highs
°C
°F
°C
°F
November -1 30 5 41
December -5 23 -1 30
January -8 18 -2 28
February -5 23 3 37
March -3 27 8 46
April 2 36 11 52
May 7 44 17 62
June 9 48 21 70
July 11 52 27 80
August 11 52 27 80
September 8 46 20 68
October 3 38 16 60

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