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 July (week 4):
The average snowfall forecast during week 4 of July for Zinal is 0 cm. There are typically 0.1 snowy days during this week. Zinal normal weather and snow conditions during the last week of July 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 average freezing level (3838m) is a long way above the middle elevation of Zinal. Snow falls on just one day every 14 years in Zinal at the end of July whereas rain is common. Expect to get rained on during 4 or 5 days at this time of year. 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 Zinal during week four of July with the average afternoon temperature 11.2°C and the minimum temperature 9.6°C. Expect the sun to come out on two or three days per week. 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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