Today in the Alps...

Updated: 9.30am Monday 18 March 2024 – New storm in the Alps, but still very mild…

 

A new storm has reached the Alps today but, with temperatures remaining mild, any snowfall will again be confined to relatively high altitudes... Read more

Heavy snow falling on the ski slopes at high altitude in Engelberg, with view of two mountain buildings and thick cloud – Weather to ski – Today in the Alps, 18 March 2024 Heavy snow at high altitude in Engelberg this morning, but it’s raining lower down – 18 March 2024 Photo: titlis.ch

Latest snow report

15 March 2024

Snow conditions are very mixed across the Alps…

 

Weather & snow forecasts will return soon...

Top 10 early season ski resorts in the Alps

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Early season snow conditions in the Alps

Who got the most snow in the Alps in 2022-23?

The 2022-23 alpine ski season was relatively snowless and exceptionally mild, although some resorts fared better than others.

 

Read our full review of the 2022-23 ski season and find out who got the most snow in the Alps...

 

Who got the most snow in North America in 2022-23?

The 2022-23 North-American ski season saw record-breaking snowfall in California and Utah, but close to or below average snowfall in most other regions.

 

Read our full review of the 2022-23 ski season, and find out who got the most snow in North America...

Top 10 late season ski resorts in the Alps

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Summer skiing in the Alps          

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Weather and snow conditions in Scotland

Our "Top 10s"

Looking for the most snow-sure ski resorts in Europe, or the best powder destinations in North America?


Whatever it is you're looking for, our pick of the Top 10 ski resorts in different categories will help you find your ideal ski holiday destination...

 

Snow reliability ratings - European ski resorts A to Z

Planning a ski trip in Europe? 

 

See our comprehensive assessment of snow reliability in European ski resorts...

 

Snow reliability ratings - North American ski resorts A to Z

Planning a ski trip in North America? 

 

See our comprehensive assessment of snow reliability in North American ski resorts...

 

Who got the most snow in North America in 2021-22?

The 2021-22 North-American ski season saw substantially below average snowfall in most regions, but where got the most snow and when?

Who got the most snow in the Alps in 2022-23?

The 2022-23 ski season was relatively snowless and exceptionally mild in the Alps, but where got the most snow and when?

The snow quality equation

 

Rightly or wrongly, the quality of the snow (never mind the state of the weather) can make or break your holiday, particularly if it is your first time in a resort.

 

Here we explain the factors making up the "snow quality equation", which should allow you to make a more informed choice about where and when to next hit the slopes...  

 

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Where to ski in the Alps in September

 

September may be one of the quietest months in the Alps for skiing, but there are still several good options available...

 

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Alpe d'Huez - one of the best all-round ski resorts in the Alps?

28 January 2022

 

With extensive, varied terrain for all levels of skier, Alpe d'Huez has something to offer everyone...

 

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Top 5 Alpine ski resorts for avoiding rain

12 November 2020

 

Love skiing but hate rain? Here are 5 Alpine ski resorts where the risk of rain is at its lowest.

 

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Top 5 early season ski resorts - Italy

22 October 2020

 

Here are our top 5 ski resorts for an early season ski holiday in Italy...

 

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Top 5 early season ski resorts - Austria

12 October 2020

 

Here are our top 5 ski resorts for an early season ski holiday in Austria...

 

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Snowfall patterns in the French Alps

16 September 2020

 

Ever wondered why some areas of the French Alps get more snow than others?

 

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Five of the best places to ski in Austria