Marmot Basin has no detail snow data, but we accept the published average of 160 inches snowfall, as consistent with Lake Louise in the same climate zone. Snow density in Alberta is as light as it gets. Powder on Marmot's Eagle Ridge and upper bowls can accumulate over several days of light snowfalls due to ample terrain and low skier density.

Accumulation and Preservation

Marmot's snowfall is likely consistent to get most terrain open by Christmas like the Banff areas. Nonetheless these areas are liberal about opening terrain on a thin base and the best skiing is usually in the mid and late season. Marmot is a high and cold mountain, which is a plus for preserving winter packed powder surfaces well into March. Melt/freeze conditions are likely on the predominant east exposures in spring.