Marmot Basin ski resort

📷 Marmot Basin

North America

Marmot Basin

28

Fair

stable

Last Snowfall

Apr 12

today

Past 24 Hours

2.4cm

Past 48 Hours

4.4cm

Past 10 Days

15.6cm

14-Day Forecast

14.4cm

Snow Depth

92cm

Updated: Apr 12, 9:47 PMWeather at base: 1698m

Resort Guide

Marmot Basin is located in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada, offering over 1,700 acres of skiable terrain across five mountain faces. The resort features a variety of runs suitable for all ability levels, modern lift infrastructure, and a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere. Signature experiences include panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies and reliable snow conditions throughout a long season. Key amenities include on-mountain dining, equipment rentals, and ski school programs, making it a versatile destination for families and adventure seekers alike.

Resort Info

Summit2612m
Base1698m
Vertical3000m
Lifts7
Runs91
Skiable Area1720 acres
Avg Snowfall440 inches / 1118 cm
CountryCanada

Top Après Ski

The Whistle Stop Pub – A favorite among Marmot Basin visitors, this cozy and welcoming pub in Jasper is renowned for its relaxed après-ski vibe, hearty comfort food, and selection of local beers, making it a top spot to unwind after a day on the slopes.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
28
Fair
stable

Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.

Marmot Basin is experiencing moderate snowfall today, with 2cm accumulating in the last 24 hours and a total of 9cm over the past week. With a current temperature of 1°C and a solid base depth of 138cm, conditions are looking favorable for skiing enthusiasts.

AI-generated summary

Depth

129cm depth - excellent coverage across all terrain.

Recent

Light recent snow - groomed runs recommended.

Forecast

27cm forecast - some snow expected.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 09:47 PM UTC

Snow Summary

2612mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 9:56 PM

13cm
24h
14cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
13
Prev10d
1.5
Now12
0.8
M13
2.8
T14
4.2
W15
0.8
T16
0.1
F17
S18
Past
Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Pacific Northwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 09:47 PM UTC

Freezing Level

2100m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

1698m

Temp

7.1°C

Wind

5.1km/h

Snow Depth

138cm

14-Day Forecast

13.1cm

Mid-Mountain

2155m

Temp

-3.3°C

Wind

5km/h

Snow Depth

94cm

14-Day Forecast

11.9cm

Summit

2612m

Temp

1.2°C

Wind

5.1km/h

Snow Depth

138cm

14-Day Forecast

13.2cm

Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2612m)

ECMWF
14.4cm
GFS
17.9cm
GEM
12.7cm
JMA
8.3cm
ICON
7.6cm
Météo-Fr
9.8cm
SnowSure™
11.8cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

12

❄️

1.3°

-9°

1.5cm

Mon

13

❄️

0.1°

-14.9°

0.8cm

Tue

14

❄️

-4.5°

-10.4°

2.8cm

Wed

15

❄️

-8°

-15.4°

4.2cm

Thu

16

❄️

-4°

-16.6°

0.8cm

Fri

17

☁️

-4.8°

-16.3°

0.1cm

Sat

18

☁️

-1.4°

-17.5°

Sun

19

☁️

0.2°

-12.6°

Mon

20

❄️

0.6°

-10.9°

1.4cm

Tue

21

❄️

-1.1°

-6.9°

1.3cm

Summit elevation (2612m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 09:47 PM UTC

325.4cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

+58%

vs 5-Year Avg

205.6cm avg by now

+50%

vs 30-Year Avg

216.8cm avg by now

205.6cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has declined compared to the 30-year average, with the 5-year mean at 175.7 cm versus the long-term average of 188.7 cm. Despite this downward trend, the current season's snowfall is significantly above both the recent 5-year and 30-year averages, at 167% and 156% respectively, indicating an anomalously high snowfall year. Notably, the 2021 season also saw a substantial spike, but the overall pattern remains one of moderate decline punctuated by occasional high-snowfall years.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.