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🇨🇦

British Columbia, Canada

Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 200 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

7,494ft

Peak Elevation

5,280ft

Vertical Drop

200

Trails

461"

Annual Snow

Overview

Whistler Blackcomb is a ski resort in British Columbia, Canada, with an elevation range from 2,140ft (652m) to 7,494ft (2284m). The vertical drop is 5,280ft (1609m) across 200 trails served by 37 lifts and 8,171 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Vancouver International (YVR), about 120 minutes away by car. Whistler Blackcomb receives an average of 461 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Late May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Late May
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

170cm(67in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Whistler Blackcomb's snowiest peak-season month.

461"

Annual Snowfall

(1171cm)

-2°C

January Avg High

-7°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 3% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

461"

annual avg

170
Jan
155
Feb
130
Mar
70
Apr
20
May
5
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
5
Oct
80
Nov
150
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

200

Total Trails

37

Lifts

8,171

Skiable Acres

5,280ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

20%
Beginner: 40 trails
55%
Intermediate: 110 trails
15%
Advanced: 30 trails
Expert: 20 trails
20%Beginner (40)
55%Intermediate (110)
15%Advanced (30)
10%Expert (20)

Whistler Blackcomb has 200 trails: 20% green, 55% blue, 15% black, and 10% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

37

Total Lifts

5,280ft

Vertical Drop

1,609m

(5,280ft)

Elevation Profile

7,494ft

Peak

2,140ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$198

avg/day

$219
Jan
$229
Feb
$219
Mar
$189
Apr
$159
May
$139
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$179
Nov
$249
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: June ($139)

Best Month to Visit Whistler Blackcomb

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallPeak conditions
76
score
170cm
Moderate
$219/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Whistler Blackcomb, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 170cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

March

130cm snow, high crowds, $219/day.

Best Value

June

$139/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

170cm

snowfall

-2°/-7°

high/low °C

crowds

$219

day pass

February

Peak Season

155cm

snowfall

-1°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$229

day pass

March

Peak Season

130cm

snowfall

2°/-3°

high/low °C

crowds

$219

day pass

April

Open

70cm

snowfall

6°/1°

high/low °C

crowds

$189

day pass

May

Late Season

20cm

snowfall

11°/4°

high/low °C

crowds

$159

day pass

June

Late Season

5cm

snowfall

16°/8°

high/low °C

crowds

$139

day pass

November

Early Season

80cm

snowfall

1°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$179

day pass

December

Open

150cm

snowfall

-1°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$249

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Whistler Blackcomb.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$199

per day

Season Pass

$879

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Epic

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Whistler Blackcomb is included on the Epic pass.

Getting to Whistler Blackcomb

Nearest Airport

Vancouver International (YVR)

Approx. 120 min drive

Location

British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦

50.1163°N, 122.9574°W

The drive from Vancouver International to Whistler Blackcomb takes about 2 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Whistler Blackcomb open for the season?
Whistler Blackcomb typically opens in Late November and closes in Late May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Whistler Blackcomb?
A day lift pass at Whistler Blackcomb starts at $199 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Whistler Blackcomb good for beginners?
Whistler Blackcomb has 20% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Whistler Blackcomb get per year?
Whistler Blackcomb receives an average of 461 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 3% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Whistler Blackcomb?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Whistler Blackcomb in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 170cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
2,140 - 7,494ft
Vertical Drop
5,280ft (1609m)
Trails
200
Lifts
37
Skiable Acres
8,171
Annual Snowfall
461" (1171cm)
Season
Late November - Late May
Day Pass
$199
Nearest Airport
YVR (120min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprMayJunNovDec

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