Is Purgatory snowsure?
The snowiest week in Purgatory is week 4 of February. There are typically 3.4 snowy days during this week with 31 cm of snowfall. Check out the Purgatory 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 Purgatory
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 19 cm | 2.5 days |
| January | 21 cm | 2.7 days |
| February | 26 cm | 3.2 days |
| March | 20 cm | 2.9 days |
| April | 11 cm | 2.1 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Purgatory during June (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of June for Purgatory is 0 cm. There are typically 0.1 snowy days during this week. Purgatory typical weather and snow conditions during the first week of June at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2989m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the average freezing level (4584m) is a long way above the middle elevation of Purgatory. Snow falls on just one day every 14 years in Purgatory at the start of June but in a typical year there are a couple of wet days during this week of June. In the years when snow falls at this time of year, forecast model average snowfall for the week is 0cm. Usual temperatures are well above freezing both night and day at the middle elevation in Purgatory during week one of June with the average afternoon temperature 13.0°C and the minimum temperature 10.7°C. Expect the sun to shine on three out of seven days. Generally light winds (average 12km/h).
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Purgatory Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Purgatory and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Purgatory 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 Purgatory 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 Purgatory 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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