Is Riederalp - Aletsch snowsure?
The snowiest week in Riederalp - Aletsch is week 2 of January. There are typically 3.8 snowy days during this week with 57 cm of snowfall. Check out the Riederalp - Aletsch 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 Riederalp - Aletsch
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 39 cm | 3.6 days |
| January | 41 cm | 3.5 days |
| February | 38 cm | 3.8 days |
| March | 42 cm | 4.2 days |
| April | 38 cm | 4.3 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Riederalp - Aletsch during May (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of May for Riederalp - Aletsch is 49 cm. There are typically 4.2 snowy days during this week.Riederalp - Aletsch typical weather and snow conditions during the first week of May at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2488m, based on historical averages over the last 16 years: At this time of year the normal freezing level (2466m) is close to the middle elevation of Riederalp - Aletsch. Regular fresh snowfalls can be relied on in Riederalp - Aletsch at the start of May. On average, expect four days with snowfall per week but with a long-term average of one wet day during this week of May every year. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 49cm. Day temperatures at the middle elevation in Riederalp - Aletsch during week one of May usually get above freezing (average maximum is 0.2°C) but nightime temperatures typically fall to -0.9°C degrees so expect freeze-thaw cycles. On average, only one or two days with sunshine per week. Generally light winds (average 9km/h).
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Riederalp - Aletsch Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Riederalp - Aletsch and (2007 – 2024).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Riederalp - Aletsch 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 Riederalp - Aletsch 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 Riederalp - Aletsch 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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