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High Avalanche Danger Follows Huge Snowfalls in The Alps and Pyrenees

High Avalanche Danger Follows Huge Snowfalls in The Alps and Pyrenees

After three days of snowfall in the Alps and Pyrenees (with rain, sleet and gales in the mix for many areas), several resorts are claiming totals of more than 1.5 metres (five feet), and many more 50-100cm (20-40”).

“Epic” Conditions in Scotland

“Epic” Conditions in Scotland

Ski areas in Scotland have been reporting conditions they described as "Epic" after cold weather, enough fresh snowfall to open runs beyond the machine-made snow areas, and a lack of strong winds came together in a rare combination of the elements to deliver near perfect conditions.

Go Ahead For UK’s New Largest Indoor Snow Centre

Go Ahead For UK’s New Largest Indoor Snow Centre

A decade-old plan to build the UK’s new longest indoor ski slope have been approved, apparently meaning construction can now finally go ahead.

US & Canada Weekly Snow Roundup #296

US & Canada Weekly Snow Roundup #296

Weekly Snow News for North America, updated January 7, 2026: Deep freezes hit the East and Midwest while Pacific storms bring two feet of snow to Tahoe.

Japan Weekly Snow Roundup #296

Japan Weekly Snow Roundup #296

Weekly Snow News for Japan, updated 7 January 2026: Niseko and Kiroro see significant accumulation amid unsettled conditions and fluctuating freezing levels on Honshu.

Europe Weekly Snow Roundup #296

Europe Weekly Snow Roundup #296

Weekly Snow News for Europe, updated 7 January 2026: Eastern Europe and Scandinavia see significant fresh snow as the Alps prepare for a return to wintry conditions.

Telluride Ski Patrol Strike In Second Week

Telluride Ski Patrol Strike In Second Week

Telluride Ski Resort in Colorado closed indefinitely on 27 December after its ski patrollers walked out in a dispute over wages, safety and staff retention. The resort has announced it will reopen limited terrain on Monday, but it appears the strike is currently continuing.

Big Decision on UK’s New Biggest Indoor Snow Slope Expected Next Week

Big Decision on UK’s New Biggest Indoor Snow Slope Expected Next Week

Plans for the major indoor ski slope and leisure resort at Rhydycar West in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, are returning to councillors in January after the Welsh Government confirmed it would not call in the application.

Japan New Year's Eve Snow Roundup #295

Japan New Year's Eve Snow Roundup #295

Weekly Snow News for Japan, updated 31 December 2025: classic mid-winter conditions bring frequent snowfall to Honshu and Hokkaido.

North America Weekly Snow Roundup #295

North America Weekly Snow Roundup #295

Weekly Snow News for North America, updated 31 December 2025: major Christmas storms delivered deep snow to the West Coast and parts of the East.

Europe New Year's Eve Snow Roundup #295

Europe New Year's Eve Snow Roundup #295

Weekly Snow News for Europe, updated 31 December 2025: much of the Alps stay dry and cold, while snowfall boosts the Pyrenees, parts of southern Europe, and Scandinavia.

Scottish Ski Season Underway

Scottish Ski Season Underway

Scotland’s ski season has gotten underway during Christmas week with the four centres that have all-weather snowmaking each offering limited snowsports in one form or another.