Special Resort Edition: Spring ski trip ideas.
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Forecast for Kicking Horse, Crystal, Silver, and 49° North.
Special Resort Edition. A few mountains worth considering for spring turns, with short-term forecasts and an extended outlook to help with trip planning. Kicking Horse is a bucket-list stop for many skiers and riders.
KICKING HORSE
No Lack of Snow here!
Record December Snowfall at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, located in British Columbia, Canada. This is your Powder Highway Spring Getaway! Top 10 in vertical and most chutes in North America.
Short Term Forecast
A weak area of low pressure will move across the region Wednesday through Thursday, bringing of 1 to 3" for the mid to upper slopes. Then a weak ridge of high pressure builds on later Thursday and Friday for mostly dry conditions. However, chances of a dusting of snow. Snow levels remain close to 4000 to 5000'.
On Saturday, an area of low pressure and a weak warm front slowly moves into the region. Chances of precipitation are mainly for late in the day. Snow levels start at 4000' and slowly increase to 6000'. The best chances of light snow will be on the upper slopes. 1 to 2" for the evening.
From Wednesday through the day on Thursday, we are expecting 3 to 5" for most slopes. Early Friday, perhaps light snow early in the morning, then we expect snow levels to 6000 to 7000' during the day for rain. Saturday, a warm front moves in for rain during the day.
Wednesday to early Thursday, looking at up to 1" for the mid to upper slopes. Most of Thursday and Friday will be dry with snow levels at 4000'. Then during the day on Satuday an early of low pressure moves in to bring light precipitation by the afternoon. Snow levels increase from 4000' in the morning to 5000 to 7000' for the afternoon.
Wednesday through Thursday looking at up to 2" for the mid to upper slopes. Friday should be dry with snow levels at 4000'. Then precipitation moving in Saturday afternoon with snow levels increasing to 5000 to 7000'.
Michael Fagin
Meteorologist
Three Powder Poobah partners worth a look closer to home.
49 Degrees North
Washington's best kept secret!
Big terrain, short lift lines, and some of the best tree skiing in the Inland Northwest.
Just north of Spokane, 49° North delivers powder days, wide cruisers, and a relaxed mountain vibe.
Crystal Mountain
Washington's largest ski area with the best views of Mt. Rainier. Over 2,600 acres of terrain, 3,100 feet of vertical, and more than 80 runs. From wide groomers to steep alpine lines, Crystal offers terrain for every level.
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Silver Mountain
Silver Mountain makes it easy to turn a ski trip into a full family getaway. Just an hour from Spokane, the resort offers terrain for all abilities, slopeside lodging, dining, and the popular Silver Rapids Indoor Waterpark.
Check out their packages. Year-round!
EXTENDED OUTLOOK
The extended outlook into next week is looking very favorable. The first map shows average temperatures will be 2 °C (3.6° F) below average over much of Washington, and up to 4 °C (7.2° F) below average for British Columbia. That is good news!
Also, good news, much of our region will have above average precipitation. Thus, for next week, the extended outlooks are suggesting additional snow. High level of confidence in the colder pattern, snowfall too early to give a confidence level. However, I am optimistic regarding new snow for next week.
What's on your bucket list? U.S., Canada, or Global?
Fernie is on my list! I'm heading there next week do watch for my trip report.
Thanks for reading.
Andrea
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