April powder days ahead for Washington, BC, and Alberta

US and Canada Daily Snow

Heads up, there may be fresher snow! Read the latest US and Canada Daily Snow

By Alan Smith, Meteorologist Posted 3 years ago April 7, 2021

Summary

An active pattern will set up across the Northwest U.S. and Western Canada over the next several days. Ski areas that are still open and have a chance to score late-season powder days include Mt. Baker, Stevens Pass, Grouse Mountain, Fernie, Kicking Horse, Marmot Basin, Banff Sunshine, and Eaglecrest.

Short Term Forecast

Northwest favored this week

Two storms will impact the Northwest over the second half of this week with cold air and low snow levels expected by April standards. A number of resorts in Washington, British Columbia, Alberta, and Alaska are still open and will enjoy some late season powder between Wednesday and Saturday.

Forecast for Wed, Apr 7 – Thu, Apr 8

The first of two storms late this week will bring moderate to heavy snow to British Columbia, Washington, and Alberta on Wednesday and Thursday with falling snow levels. Lighter snow will extend south and east into portions of Oregon, Idaho and Montana.

Forecast for Fri, Apr 9 – Sat, Apr 10

A second storm will impact the Northwest on Friday and Saturday with snow levels remaining low. British Columbia will be favored for the deepest totals, while Western Alberta and Northern Washington should also do well.

Forecast for Sun, Apr 11 – Mon, Apr 12

Most ski regions will start to dry out during this period, while a storm in the far north will bring heavy snow to the coastal ranges in Alaska.

Extended Forecast

Outlook for Tue, Apr 13 – Sat, Apr 17

Most major ski regions will warm up and dry out during this period with spring snow conditions expected. Exceptions will be a possible storm for the Front Range of Colorado around April 13th-14th and a relatively active storm track for the coastal ranges in Alaska where more snow should fall.

Thanks so much for reading! Check back for my next post on Wednesday, April 14th.

ALAN SMITH

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