Is Vars snowsure?
The snowiest week in Vars is week 1 of March. There are typically 3.4 snowy days during this week with 29 cm of snowfall. Check out the Vars 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 Vars
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 21 cm | 2.5 days |
| January | 19 cm | 2.4 days |
| February | 19 cm | 2.9 days |
| March | 21 cm | 3.1 days |
| April | 17 cm | 3.0 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Vars during November (week 2):
The average snowfall forecast during week 2 of November for Vars is 12 cm. There are typically 2.2 snowy days during this week. Vars normal weather and snow conditions during the second week of November at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2314m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the usual freezing level (2470m) is close to the mid altitude of Vars. Based on long-term averages, there are two days with snowfall per week in Vars in the middle of November but rainy days are possible at this time of year: you can expect on average one rainy day every 5 years during this week of November. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 12cm. Daytime temperatures at the mid altitude in Vars during week two of November usually get above freezing (average maximum is 0.6°C) but overnight temperatures typically fall to -0.6°C degrees so expect freeze-thaw cycles. Expect the sun to shine on three out of seven days. Generally light winds (average 10km/h) are unlikely to affect lift operations. Below-freezing, calm and sunny ideal weather days that follow fresh snowfall (bluebird powder days) are unusual, occuring this week on average one year in 0
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Vars Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Vars and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Vars 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 Vars 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 Vars 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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