Is Zinal snowsure?
The snowiest week in Zinal is week 2 of January. There are typically 3.5 snowy days during this week with 44 cm of snowfall. Check out the Zinal 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 Zinal
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 32 cm | 3.4 days |
| January | 33 cm | 3.3 days |
| February | 31 cm | 3.7 days |
| March | 33 cm | 4.0 days |
| April | 27 cm | 3.7 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Zinal during June (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of June for Zinal is 1 cm. There are typically 0.3 snowy days during this week. Zinal prevailing weather and snow conditions during the first week of June at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2231m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the typical freezing level (3255m) is a long way above the mid altitude of Zinal. A day with snowfall happens on average every other year during the first week of June but rain falls on average on five days out of seven In the years when snow falls at this time of year, forecast model average snowfall for the week is 2cm. Temperatures averaging above freezing both night and day in Zinal during week one of June with average maximum temperature 7.3°C and minimum temperature 6.0°C at the mid altitude. On average, two days out of seven will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 7km/h).
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Zinal Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Zinal and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Zinal 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 Zinal 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 Zinal 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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