Top of the World
Elevation: 2,080m
Real-time Weather Conditions and Forecasts at Sun Peaks
The Sun Peaks weather and snow report provides real-time conditions and forecasts based on data collected directly on the mountain. Weather observations and snowfall totals are recorded on-site, with forecasts produced specifically for Sun Peaks.
°C/cm/kph
°F/in/mph
Today's Weather
Cloudy with a few late day flurries. Showers on the lower slopes.
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-3°C
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Mid-mountain
Elevation: 1,855m
-2°C -
Top of Morrisey
Elevation: 1,675m
-2°C -
Valley
Elevation: 1,255m
1°C
Snow Conditions
Updated March 6th at 6:13pm
*New snow data is reset at 3:30pm everyday after the lifts close.
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New Snow *
2cm -
24 Hr
3cm -
48 Hr
6cm -
7 Days
15cm
Snow Base
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Mid Mountain
148cm -
Alpine
174cm
Wind Speeds
Top of the World
Elevation: 2,080m
Direction
SSE
Average
19
kph
Sunburst Express, Tower 18
Elevation: 1,715m
Direction
S
Average
7
kph
Morrisey Express, Tower 10
Elevation: 1,494m
Direction
WNW
Average
0
kph
5-Day Forecast
Friday: Cloudy. A few late afternoon flurries, with showers at lower elevations. Wind S 10 km/h. High near minus 1°C. (5°C in the village).
Friday night: Cloudy with flurries…mixed precipitation on the lower slopes. Amounts of snow 1-4 cm. Wind S 10 km/h with SW 20 in the alpine. Temperature steady near 0°C.
Saturday: Cloudy. Morning mixed precipitation with mostly rain showers on the lower slopes. Chance of afternoon showers. Wind S 10 km/h. SW 15-25 km/h in the alpine. Mild with high near 3°C (10 °C in the village).
friday
Cloudy with a few late day flurries. Showers on the lower slopes.
Low -5°C
High -1°C
friday night
Cloudy with flurries or mixed rain and snow showers.
Low -1°C
High 0°C
saturday
Cloudy with mixed rain and snow showers mainly in the morning.
Low 0°C
High 3°C
sunday
Mostly cloudy with flurries. Cooling through the day.
Low -5°C
High -1°C
monday
Partly cloudy.
Low -9°C
High -8°C
tuesday
Partly cloudy.
Low -10°C
High -7°C
Synopsis
A northwesterly upper-level flow will hold today and Saturday in the BC southern Interior. An upper trough will slide in later today and tonight with a higher chance of flurries at that time (showers or mixed rain/snow on the lower slopes). On Saturday, some morning mixed snow and rain or low level showers may continue, with milder air is likely through the afternoon and evening and a chance of showers. Mid mountain temperatures will rise close to zero this afternoon and remain near zero tonight. Milder at plus 4 °C on Saturday afternoon. Winds at mid mountain will be mainly S to SW near 10 km/h today and Saturday.
Extended Outlook
Sunday to Tuesday: A westerly flow aloft will hold over the three days. A cold front will slide southwards on Sunday, with a temperature drop of a few degrees during the day, and occasional flurries likely. On Monday and Tuesday, partly cloudy and chilly weather will persist, along with a slight chance of flurries. Temperatures at mid mountain will remain well below 0°C all three days.
Weather & Snow Report FAQS
Q: Is this the Sun Peaks weather forecast?
A: Yes. This page provides the Sun Peaks weather forecast, using on-site observations and resort-specific forecasting rather than data from nearby communities.
Q: How accurate is the Sun Peaks weather report?
A: Weather conditions and snowfall are measured directly at Sun Peaks, and forecasts are prepared specifically for the resort location.
Q: Does Sun Peaks have its own snow report?
A: Yes. Snowfall totals and snow conditions are tracked on the mountain and updated regularly throughout the day.