Is Cayambe snowsure?
The snowiest week in Cayambe is week 3 of April. There are typically 5.7 snowy days during this week with 63 cm of snowfall. Check out the Cayambe Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Cayambe
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 27 cm | 5.2 days |
| January | 30 cm | 4.6 days |
| February | 32 cm | 5.4 days |
| March | 43 cm | 5.7 days |
| April | 54 cm | 5.7 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Cayambe during August (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of August for Cayambe is 10 cm. There are typically 3.8 snowy days during this week. Cayambe expected weather and snow conditions during the first week of August at the middle elevation of the ascent of the mountain at 4872m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the average freezing level (4794m) is very near the middle elevation of Cayambe. Regular fresh snowfalls are to be expected in Cayambe at the start of August. On average, expect four days with snowfall per week but rain is also known at this time of year: you can expect on average one rainy day every 14 years during this week of August. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 10cm. Temperatures should mostly remain a few degrees below freezing. Average maximum temperature at the middle elevation in Cayambe during week one of August is -0.2°C while the average minimum temperature is just -1.5°C. On average, only one or two days with sunshine per week. Generally light winds (average 14km/h).
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Cayambe Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Cayambe and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Cayambe are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Cayambe are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Cayambe are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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