Is Hochkönig snowsure?
The snowiest week in Hochkönig is week 2 of January. There are typically 3.4 snowy days during this week with 43 cm of snowfall. Check out the Hochkönig 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 Hochkönig
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 25 cm | 3.2 days |
| January | 36 cm | 3.6 days |
| February | 27 cm | 3.5 days |
| March | 22 cm | 3.1 days |
| April | 17 cm | 1.9 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Hochkönig during May (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of May for Hochkönig is 7 cm. There are typically 0.9 snowy days during this week.Hochkonig typical weather and snow conditions during the first week of May at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1399m, based on historical averages over the last 16 years: At this time of year the mean freezing level (2403m) is a long way above the mid altitude of Hochkonig. Expect just one day with snowfall per week in Hochkonig at the start of May but it rains far more often, with rain falling on three or four days during this particular week of May. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 7cm. Temperatures generally above freezing both day and night in Hochkonig during week one of May with average maximum temperature 7.2°C and minimum temperature 4.9°C at the mid altitude. On average, two days out of seven will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 7km/h).
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Hochkönig Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Hochkönig and (2007 – 2024).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Hochkönig 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 Hochkönig 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 Hochkönig 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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