Mountain Snow Line & Elevation Matrix
Real-time coastal rain/snow line, freezing level elevation matrix, DriveBC road conditions, and live webcams for Cypress, Grouse, Seymour, and Whistler.
Vancouver Mountain Snow & Elevation Matrix
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Whistler Blackcomb
Good driving conditions. (Road temp: +24.2°C)
Cypress Mountain
Good driving conditions. (Road temp: +22°C)
Mount Seymour
Good driving conditions. (Road temp: +22.5°C)
Grouse Mountain
Good driving conditions. (Road temp: +24.8°C)
1850m Elevation
675m Elevation
910m Elevation
1200m Elevation
North Shore Mountains & Snow: Frequently Asked Questions
Are winter tires or chains legally required to drive up Cypress or Mount Seymour?
Yes. Under BC Ministry of Transportation (MOTI) regulations, winter tires marked with M+S or the 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol with minimum 3.5mm tread depth are legally required from October 1 to April 30 on Cypress Bowl Road and Mount Seymour Parkway.
What does the 0°C freezing level elevation mean for skiing and hiking?
The freezing level is the altitude at which the atmospheric temperature drops below 0°C. Precipitation above this elevation falls as snow, while precipitation below falls as rain or mixed slush.
How far are the North Shore mountains from Downtown Vancouver?
Grouse Mountain is approximately 15 minutes away via Lions Gate Bridge. Mount Seymour and Cypress Mountain are both approximately 30 minutes away by car or shuttle bus.
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