What This Year’s Snow Forecast Means for Your Ski Holiday

If you’re dreaming about deep powder days, bluebird mornings, and that unforgettable Big White snow-globe atmosphere, the early signs for the 2025/26 winter season are looking very encouraging. Long-range forecasts point toward above-average snowfall and cooler temperatures, which together create ideal ski conditions throughout the season.

What Forecasters Are Predicting for Winter 2025/26

Long-range climate indicators suggest a winter pattern that typically brings excellent snow to interior British Columbia.

ENSO Neutral With a Weak La Niña Influence

Climate specialists expect 2025/26 to lean ENSO-Neutral, with a possible La Niña pattern.

• OpenSnow notes that the upcoming season is unlikely to be an El Niño winter.
• Research on arXiv reports that El Niño has only an 8% probability for next winter, reinforcing neutral conditions.

Why this matters:
Neutral or light La Niña patterns often create cooler, stormier weather across British Columbia, leading to consistent snow cycles at mountains like Big White.

Above-Normal Snowfall Potential

SnowBrains’ winter outlook highlights interior BC—including the Big White region—as an area with better-than-average snowfall odds, particularly from early winter through mid-season.

Cooler-Than-Normal Temperatures

The Weather Network’s early preview for winter 2025/26 indicates that much of Canada, including interior BC, may see near-normal to colder-than-normal temperatures.
Cooler temperatures help preserve snow quality, limit melt events, and maintain soft, dry powder.

What This Means for Your Big White Ski Trip

Here’s how this season’s forecast may shape your experience on the mountain.

Peak Season (January to February)

This is where the forecast is most favourable. Several long-range models highlight interior British Columbia as a region expected to receive steady, above-average snowfall.

Guests can expect:

• Frequent snow refresh cycles
• Consistently light, dry Okanagan Champagne Powder
• Excellent tree skiing, groomers, and high-alpine conditions
• Strong coverage across all ability levels

Big White’s higher elevation helps protect the mountain from warm spells, ensuring high-quality snow throughout the peak season.

Spring Skiing (March to April)

A strong mid-season snowbase typically translates into excellent spring skiing, with soft snow, pleasant temperatures, and great conditions for families and cruisers.

Travel Tips Based on the Forecast

If storms are frequent this winter, consider the following when planning your trip:

• Allow extra time when driving up Big White Road after major snowfall
• Confirm winter tires on rental vehicles, as they are required
• Consider shuttles or private transfers on high-snowfall days

For road updates, check DriveBC.ca throughout your trip.

Gear and Packing Tips for a Snowier Season

If the long-range outlook holds, consider packing:

• Powder skis or a snowboard suited to soft, deep snow
• Extra gloves, mid-layers, and base layers
• Goggles with both storm and sunny lenses
• Hand warmers for colder-than-average days

Guests staying with LMVR benefit from amenities like boot dryers, ski storage, and in-unit laundry—ideal for a powder-heavy season.

Final Word: 2025/26 Is Shaping Up to Be a Strong Winter

With several major forecasting groups leaning toward a colder, snowier season, Big White is well-positioned for a potentially exceptional winter.

If you love floating through soft Champagne Powder, spending evenings in a private hot tub overlooking the Monashees, and experiencing one of Canada’s top ski-in/ski-out mountains, this is an excellent year to plan a visit.

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