Is Pilatus / Luzern snowsure?
The snowiest week in Pilatus / Luzern is week 2 of January. There are typically 2.7 snowy days during this week with 26 cm of snowfall. Check out the Pilatus / Luzern 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 Pilatus / Luzern
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 15 cm | 2.2 days |
| January | 16 cm | 2.2 days |
| February | 12 cm | 1.7 days |
| March | 11 cm | 1.7 days |
| April | 9 cm | 1.3 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Pilatus / Luzern during September (week 4):
The average snowfall forecast during week 4 of September for Pilatus / Luzern is 1 cm. There are typically 0.2 snowy days during this week. Pilatus / Luzern expected weather and snow conditions during the last week of September at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1228m, based on historical averages over the last 7 years: At this time of year the mean freezing level (3006m) is a long way above the middle elevation of Pilatus / Luzern. Snow falls on just one day every 5 years in Pilatus / Luzern at the end of September but expect several rainy days. On average there just three dry days during this week each year. In the years when snow falls at this time of year, forecast model average snowfall for the week is 5cm. Usual temperatures are well above freezing both day and night at the middle elevation in Pilatus / Luzern during week four of September with the average afternoon temperature 10.3°C and the minimum temperature 9.3°C. On average, two days out of seven will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 8km/h).
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Pilatus / Luzern Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Pilatus / Luzern and (2018 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Pilatus / Luzern 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 Pilatus / Luzern 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 Pilatus / Luzern 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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