Is Gstaad Glacier 3000 snowsure?
The snowiest week in Gstaad Glacier 3000 is week 2 of December. There are typically 3.6 snowy days during this week with 64 cm of snowfall. Check out the Gstaad Glacier 3000 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 Gstaad Glacier 3000
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 38 cm | 2.9 days |
| January | 45 cm | 3.1 days |
| February | 38 cm | 3.0 days |
| March | 35 cm | 3.3 days |
| April | 23 cm | 2.9 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Gstaad Glacier 3000 during April (week 3):
The average snowfall forecast during week 3 of April for Gstaad Glacier 3000 is 18 cm. There are typically 2.9 snowy days during this week.Gstaad Glacier 3000 typical weather and snow conditions during the third week of April at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2281m, based on historical averages over the last 11 years: At this time of year the expected freezing level (2257m) is similar to the middle elevation of Gstaad Glacier 3000. Based on long-term averages, there are three days with snowfall per week in Gstaad Glacier 3000 in the middle of April but with a long-term average of one wet day during this week of April every year. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 18cm. Day temperatures at the middle elevation in Gstaad Glacier 3000 during week three of April usually get above freezing (average maximum is 0.4°C) but overnight temperatures typically fall to -0.9°C degrees so expect freeze-thaw cycles. Expect the sun to shine on three out of seven days. Generally light winds (average 10km/h) are unlikely to affect lift operations. Calm, sunny and below freezing ideal weather days that follow fresh snow (bluebird powder days) occur on average one day every second year during this week but bluebird days that do not have fresh snowfall occur on average one day during this week in any given year.
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Gstaad Glacier 3000 Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Gstaad Glacier 3000 and (2007 – 2024).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Gstaad Glacier 3000 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 Gstaad Glacier 3000 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 Gstaad Glacier 3000 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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