Europe Weekly Snow Roundup #309

• Spring warmth accelerates thaw across Alps and Pyrenees
• Up to 1.5m snowfall recorded in late-season Alpine storms
• Scandinavia remains cold with fresh 20–30cm snowfall
• Deep snow bases persist despite rising freezing levels

Austria Snow Report

Austrian resorts saw their heaviest snowfalls of the season in late March and early April, with up to 1.5m (5 feet) falling over seven days, although much arrived after many areas had already closed. The past week has been more unsettled but warmer, with valley temperatures reaching +20°C and freezing levels rising to 2,000–2,500m. Snowfall has been limited to higher terrain and glaciers. About 10% of higher resorts remain open. Hintertux Glacier (30/305cm / 12/122”) has reached a 3m base, the deepest in Austria this season.

Austria Snow Forecast
Sunny, spring-like conditions dominate with freezing levels around 2,200–2,600m. Light snow showers are possible on higher slopes, while lower areas see rain and continued thaw.

France Snow Report

Following major snowfall last week, with over 1m (40") accumulated on high terrain, conditions have turned drier and sunnier across French resorts. France continues to report the deepest snowpack in Europe, with resorts like Les 2 Alpes (60/360cm / 24/146”) and Val Thorens (220/285cm / 88/114”) maintaining excellent coverage. Many major resorts remain open into late April or May. Most areas still report 80–95% terrain open.

France Snow Forecast
Spring conditions persist with sunshine and rising freezing levels around 2,400–2,800m. Significant snowfall of 20–40cm (8–16") is possible early next week on higher slopes.

Italy Snow Report

Italy has seen less recent snowfall, although northern and western regions did receive some accumulations. The past week has been dominated by sunshine and warm temperatures. More than half of Italian resorts remain open, although many closed after Easter. Cervinia (36/138cm / 14/55”) continues to offer extensive terrain thanks to its link with Zermatt.

Italy Snow Forecast
Warm, sunny weather continues with freezing levels rising to 2,400–2,900m. Snowfall of 15–30cm (6–12") is possible on higher terrain early next week, with rain on lower slopes.

Switzerland Snow Report

Swiss resorts saw some of Europe’s biggest late-season snowfalls, with up to 1.5m recorded in places like Engelberg. Spring conditions have now returned, with freezing levels rising to 2,000–3,000m and thawing below high alpine terrain. The 4 Valleys and Zermatt/Cervinia offer the most terrain, around 300km.

Switzerland Snow Forecast
Sunny weather continues with freezing levels at 2,300–2,700m. Up to 40cm (16") of new snowfall is possible on higher terrain early next week.

Pyrenees Snow Report

he Pyrenees still report some of their deepest snow cover in years, but most resorts, including Grandvalira (290/350cm / 116/140”), will close this weekend. Warm, sunny conditions with freezing levels above 3,000m have led to widespread thawing. Cauterets is among the few resorts expected to stay open longer.

Pyrenees Snow Forecast
Mild weather continues with temperatures up to +12°C on the mountains. A brief return to cooler conditions and snowfall is possible before warmth resumes.

Scandinavia Ski Season Update and Snow Forecast

Scandinavian resorts remain firmly wintry, with 20–30cm (8–12") of fresh snowfall reported last weekend and consistently cold temperatures. Åre (60/120cm / 24/48”) still has around 95% of its terrain open, with most resorts continuing operations into late April or May.

Scandinavia Forecast
Cold, stable conditions persist, with upper slopes between –12°C and –3°C. Snow remains well preserved with minimal thaw.

Eastern Europe Snow Report

Eastern Europe has maintained more wintry conditions than the Alps, with continued snowfall delivering 10–20cm (4–8") accumulations. Resorts such as Bansko and Jasna remain open, although most areas are closing for the season this weekend.

Eastern Europe Snow Forecast
Mild spring conditions dominate, with temperatures between –3°C and +3°C. Snow softens on lower slopes, with firmer conditions higher up.

Scotland Snow Report

Scotland’s strong 2025/26 season continues, with Cairngorm and Glencoe still offering skiing following fresh snowfall over Easter. Despite some storm disruption, conditions have remained good, with clear weather returning this week.

Scotland Snow Forecast
Temperatures stay relatively cold, between –6°C and +2°C on upper slopes. Dry weather preserves firm morning snow, with slight afternoon softening.