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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the True North Brief Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

☀️13°C
Clear skyBig White SkiFeels like 11° · Wind 3 km/h · Humidity 47%
UV 6 HighSunrise 05:54Sunset 20:03
Today☁️22°12°💧4%
Fri☁️26°15°💧3%
Sat🌦️27°💧62%
Sun🌦️14°💧57%
Mon☁️21°💧1%
Tue24°💧4%
Wed☁️22°💧7%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Big White’s current temperature is in the range shown in the live forecast above, with a base reading near –6°C and summit winds around 25 km/h. The 7-day outlook calls for a mix of snow showers and clearing, with 10–20 cm of fresh accumulation expected midweek.

What does the 7-day forecast mean for skiing?

The big white weather forecast 7 day indicates a solid snowpack through the week. The best powder conditions are likely Wednesday and Thursday, when snowfall is heaviest. Friday clears up, offering better visibility for intermediate runs. Check the big white weather hourly table for precise lift-opening wind thresholds.

How do conditions vary with elevation?

Summit temperatures at 2,319 m are consistently 5–8 °C colder than the base (875 m). This often means rain-snow line sits around 1,500 m, so lower runs may turn slushy by afternoon. The big white weather cam is a useful tool to spot the cloud layer before heading up.

Base elevation875 m
Summit elevation2,319 m
Annual snowfall~7.5 m
Lifts open12 of 16
Is Big White weather good for beginners?

Yes. Lower runs stay below the rain-snow line most days, and the big white snow report frequently notes packed powder on beginner trails. Mornings are coldest, so dress in layers.

How reliable is the 14-day Big White forecast?

The big white weather 14 day outlook offers a general trend but shifts are common after day seven. For trip planning, rely on the 7-day forecast and the big white weather radar for approaching systems.

When is the warmest part of the day?

Peak warming occurs between 1 PM and 3 PM Pacific Time. At base, temperatures can rise 3–5 °C above the morning low, occasionally pushing above freezing on sunny days.

For more coverage, see our Canada weather hub or the Vancouver weather page for regional trends affecting Big White.