Is Risoul snowsure?
The snowiest week in Risoul is week 1 of March. There are typically 3.4 snowy days during this week with 29 cm of snowfall. Check out the Risoul 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 Risoul
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 21 cm | 2.6 days |
| January | 19 cm | 2.4 days |
| February | 19 cm | 2.9 days |
| March | 20 cm | 3.1 days |
| April | 17 cm | 3.0 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Risoul during September (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of September for Risoul is 0 cm. There are typically 0.1 snowy days during this week. Risoul prevailing weather and snow conditions during the first week of September at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2300m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the average freezing level (3752m) is well above the mid altitude of Risoul. Snow falls on just one day every 14 years in Risoul at the start of September but in an average year there are two or three days during this week each year that are wet. In the years when snow falls at this time of year, forecast model average snowfall for the week is 0cm. Typical temperatures are well above freezing both night and day at the mid altitude in Risoul during week one of September with the average afternoon temperature 10.0°C and the minimum temperature 8.0°C. Usually there are four days per week when the sun comes out at this time of year. Generally light winds (average 7km/h).
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Risoul Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Risoul and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Risoul 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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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