Is Col de Porte snowsure?
The snowiest week in Col de Porte is week 2 of December. There are typically 2.8 snowy days during this week with 36 cm of snowfall. Check out the Col de Porte 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 Col de Porte
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 22 cm | 2.1 days |
| January | 15 cm | 2.1 days |
| February | 12 cm | 1.4 days |
| March | 10 cm | 1.5 days |
| April | 8 cm | 1.1 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Col de Porte during May (week 2):
The average snowfall forecast during week 2 of May for Col de Porte is 1 cm. There are typically 0.1 snowy days during this week. Col de Porte normal weather and snow conditions during the second week of May at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1264m, based on historical averages over the last 7 years: At this time of year the expected freezing level (2724m) is a long way above the mid altitude of Col de Porte. Snow falls on just one day every 14 years in Col de Porte in the middle of May but it rains often, with rain falling on three or four days during this particular week of May. In the years when snow falls at this time of year, forecast model average snowfall for the week is 14cm. Temperatures averaging above freezing both day and night in Col de Porte during week two of May with average maximum temperature 9.7°C and minimum temperature 8.4°C at the mid altitude. On average, a couple of days per week will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 9km/h).
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Col de Porte Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Col de Porte and (2019 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Col de Porte 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 Col de Porte 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 Col de Porte 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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