Is Leysin snowsure?
The snowiest week in Leysin is week 2 of December. There are typically 3.2 snowy days during this week with 36 cm of snowfall. Check out the Leysin 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 Leysin
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 29 cm | 2.8 days |
| January | 27 cm | 2.9 days |
| February | 23 cm | 2.9 days |
| March | 22 cm | 2.7 days |
| April | 13 cm | 1.9 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Leysin during May (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of May for Leysin is 12 cm. There are typically 1.7 snowy days during this week. Leysin normal weather and snow conditions during the first week of May at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1728m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the typical freezing level (2496m) is a long way above the middle elevation of Leysin. On average, expect one or two days with snowfall per week in Leysin at the start of May but rain is more likely than snow with an average of two or three rainy days. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 12cm. Temperatures averaging above freezing both night and day in Leysin during week one of May with average maximum temperature 5.5°C and minimum temperature 3.7°C at the middle elevation. On average, two days out of seven will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 9km/h).
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Leysin Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Leysin and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Leysin 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 Leysin 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 Leysin 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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