Pre-2025-Season Snowfall in Southern Hemisphere
Ski areas on three continents across the southern hemisphere have been reporting fresh snowfall ahead of the 2025 season, which is now only a month away.
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US Ski Areas Extend Seasons Into May
About 25 US ski areas in around a dozen states from coast-to-coast plan to continue skiing into May. Several are reporting that they’ll be opening later into the year than ever before, and/or posting their longest ever seasons as a result.
Late-season jackpot for France and Italy with metre-plus snowfalls reported
Updated April 23, 2025: Europe’s wildest snowstorm in years dumped 5 feet (155 cm) in 36 hours—some resorts even shut down. Avalanche danger? Maxed out. Read the full report here.
Japan’s top ski resorts extend season into Golden Week
Updated April 23, 2025: Japan’s top resorts cling to deep snowpacks, with Hakuba boasting 148” (370 cm) and fresh flakes forecast for Hokkaido’s high slopes. Find out more here.
Fewer than 50 North American resorts remain open as spring takes hold
Updated April 23, 2025: Spring sun, slushy snow—and surprise powder! Up to 15" (37 cm) fell in the Rockies, and Timberline’s 12-foot (375 cm) base still holds strong.