Snow News

Late-season jackpot for France and Italy with metre-plus snowfalls reported

Late-season jackpot for France and Italy with metre-plus snowfalls reported

Updated April 23, 2025: Europe’s wildest snowstorm in years dumped 5 feet (155 cm) in 36 hours—some resorts even shut down. Avalanche danger? Maxed out. Read the full report here.

Japan’s top ski resorts extend season into Golden Week

Japan’s top ski resorts extend season into Golden Week

Updated April 23, 2025: Japan’s top resorts cling to deep snowpacks, with Hakuba boasting 148” (370 cm) and fresh flakes forecast for Hokkaido’s high slopes. Find out more here.

Fewer than 50 North American resorts remain open as spring takes hold

Fewer than 50 North American resorts remain open as spring takes hold

Updated April 23, 2025: Spring sun, slushy snow—and surprise powder! Up to 15" (37 cm) fell in the Rockies, and Timberline’s 12-foot (375 cm) base still holds strong.

Whistler leads North America with 90% terrain open after fresh snowfall

Whistler leads North America with 90% terrain open after fresh snowfall

Updated April 16, 2025: Big late-season dumps hit the Northeast and Canada, while Rockies brace for Easter snow—some resorts still skiing into May.

Southern Alps Brace for 50cm+ Snow Blast Before Easter

Southern Alps Brace for 50cm+ Snow Blast Before Easter

Updated April 16, 2025: Heavy snow hits southern Alps with up to 20" (50cm) expected by Easter—plus rising avalanche risk and major resort closures.

Tahoe Resorts Extend Season After Huge 4ft Storm

Tahoe Resorts Extend Season After Huge 4ft Storm

Updated April 9, 2025: Spring’s here, but winter roared back—up to 4ft (1.2m) of fresh snow in Tahoe, and Alta’s still buried with 116” (391cm) up top. Read more here.

Fresh Snow Lingers On Japan’s Upper Slopes As Spring Melt Creeps In

Fresh Snow Lingers On Japan’s Upper Slopes As Spring Melt Creeps In

Updated April 9, 2025: Light snow still falling on Japan’s upper slopes, with 300" at Tengendai Kogen. Gassan’s summer season kicks off Friday. Read the full report here!

Scandinavia Sees Biggest Snow Totals Again, Up To 30cm Forecast This Week

Scandinavia Sees Biggest Snow Totals Again, Up To 30cm Forecast This Week

Updated April 9, 2025: Spring sun dominates the Alps, but Scandinavia scores 12" of fresh snow and Sierra Nevada extends to May—click for Europe's full snow scene!

Tengendai Kogen Still Tops Global Snow Depths Despite Recent Retreat

Tengendai Kogen Still Tops Global Snow Depths Despite Recent Retreat

Updated April 2, 2025: Japan's ski resorts are cooling down after warm temps, with hefty snowfalls and record-breaking bases at Tengendai Kogen.

Austria's Ski Resorts See Up to 70cm Snow, With May Openings Ahead

Austria's Ski Resorts See Up to 70cm Snow, With May Openings Ahead

Updated April 2, 2025: Austria sees up to 70cm (28") of fresh snow, Sierra Nevada holds Europe's deepest snowpack at 3m (10'), and Easter skiing looks promising!

Blizzard-Like Conditions Hit Northeast as Vermont Resorts See Heavy Snow

Blizzard-Like Conditions Hit Northeast as Vermont Resorts See Heavy Snow

Updated April 2, 2025: Winter's last stand! Major snowstorms hit California, the Rockies, and the Northeast, with some resorts facing early-season closures.

Hakuba’s 5.8m Base Forces Upper Slope Closures

Hakuba’s 5.8m Base Forces Upper Slope Closures

Updated March 26, 2025: Japan's Tengendai Kogen boasts world's deepest snowpack (307"/790cm) while Hakuba and Niseko deliver epic late-season conditions—but spring thaw looms. Fresh snow expected in Hokkaido!