{"id":19304,"date":"2026-01-20T09:36:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T14:36:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebarn.bluemountain.ca\/barn\/?p=19304"},"modified":"2026-01-20T09:36:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T14:36:10","slug":"farnells-blue-mountain-blog-01-20","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebarn.bluemountain.ca\/barn\/lift-line\/farnells-blue-mountain-weather-blog\/farnells-blue-mountain-blog-01-20\/","title":{"rendered":"Farnell\u2019s Blue Mountain Weather Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cold, but a Rewarding Pattern Ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cold temperatures and gusty winds will be the main comfort challenges on the slopes this week. That said, these very conditions are also setting the stage for one of the snowiest weeks of the season so far. Persistent lake-effect snow will continue to blanket the region as long as Georgian Bay remains largely ice-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deep Snow and Powder Days<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

More than 20 centimetres of snow fell over the past week, and there\u2019s plenty more on the way. Snow is in the forecast almost daily, with squalls capable of doubling last week\u2019s totals. The seasonal snowfall at Blue Mountain now stands at an impressive\u00a0161 cm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sustained cold is excellent news for the operations team, allowing snowmaking to focus on thinner coverage areas and the terrain parks. Even better for those hoping to ski or ride late into the season:\u00a0there are zero thaws in sight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Times to Ski or Ride<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While winds will be a factor at times over the next several days, seasonal temperatures and fresh snow make\u00a0Wednesday and Thursday<\/strong>\u00a0standout days to hit the slopes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Arctic front barrels\u00a0through on Friday, bringing much colder air. Winds ease this weekend as a strong area of Arctic high pressure settles over the Great Lakes. Both Saturday and Sunday could shape up as classic\u00a0bluebird days<\/em>, but be prepared for the cold.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day-to-Day on the Slopes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday:<\/strong>\u00a0Windy with flurries and squalls tapering off. Snowfall will be significant, but reduce visibility at times and the winds will make it feel like\u00a0-20\u00b0C<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday & Thursday:<\/strong>\u00a0Slightly milder, with temperatures near seasonal values. Winds will still gust over\u00a050 km\/h<\/strong>. A new Alberta Clipper brings additional snow Wednesday, followed by lake-effect squalls. Around\u00a020 cm<\/strong>\u00a0is likely by Thursday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday:<\/strong>\u00a0Periods of snow with temperatures turning sharply colder along with gusty northwest winds. Additional snowfall thanks to lake effect and it could be significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Weekend:<\/strong>\u00a0Clearing skies and lighter winds. Plenty of sunshine, but dress for the cold. Daytime highs will struggle to rise above\u00a0-15\u00b0C<\/strong>, with overnight lows dropping well into the\u00a0-20s<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get out there, layer up and most importantly, have fun!!!<\/h4>\n\n\n\nSenior Meteorologist,
Anthony Farnell<\/em><\/span>\n\n\n\n
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