Is K2 snowsure?
The snowiest week in K2 is week 2 of June. There are typically 4.3 snowy days during this week with 22 cm of snowfall. Check out the K2 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 K2
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 4 cm | 2.7 days |
| January | 5 cm | 3.0 days |
| February | 9 cm | 4.0 days |
| March | 11 cm | 4.5 days |
| April | 16 cm | 4.4 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in K2 during October (week 3):
The average snowfall forecast during week 3 of October for K2 is 9 cm. There are typically 3.0 snowy days during this week. K2 prevailing weather and snow conditions during the third week of October at the middle elevation of the ascent of the mountain at 6821m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the usual freezing level (3554m) is far below the mid altitude of K2. Based on long-term averages, there are three days with snowfall per week in K2 in the middle of October. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 9cm. Be ready for very low temperatures with the average maximum temperature in K2 in week three of October of just -21.9°C at the mid altitude and minimum temperatures typically falling to -23.2°C. Expect the sun to shine on three or four days per week. Mainly light winds (average 20km/h) but you can expect the mean wind to reach 30km/h one or two days per week.
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K2 Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in K2 and (2008 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in K2 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 K2 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 K2 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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