when is the best time to do squamish/whistler xc trails?

[xcolin]

I am planning a vacation that includes Whistler and Squamish for some xc. Does it matter when I plan it? Is June decent for weather and trail conditions? Is August or September better? Or does it really matter? It will be my first time venturing out that ways with my bike, so I'm not sure what to expect...

Cheers

[TheGiggler]

in June (esp after the big snow year this winter) i'd think there could still be snow on some of epic higher xc trails at whis, but don't quote me on that.

otherwise, i'd go June/July as it can get pretty hot for xc riding in aug/sept ...

[taprider]

june to early july typically gets lots of rain
and there could be a backcountry ban due to fire hazard again in late august

[gooch]

september is usually gooder, cooler but still dry enough

[xcolin]

thanks for the replies. sounds like it is just as unpredictable as it is riding here in kananaskis country in alberta. maybe we'll just play it by ear for now...

cheers