Snow Forecast Summary - 26th January 2012

Once again we can report the fall of heavy snow in many alpine areas. Last weekend in particular saw accumulations of around 1 metre (three feet) over several days, for parts of the French, Swiss and Austrian Alps. Since then clear weather has become the norm, with temperatures varying around the January averages.

Excellent skiing conditions are being reported from just about everywhere in the European Alps now.

Beyond the Alps, heavy snow has also been reported from South East Europe - Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania, etc.

European Weather and Snow This Coming Week

Further snow is expected over the next few days for just about the entire Alpine region, although the quantities are unlikely to equal those of a week ago. Some heavy falls are possible but they will likely be localized and brief.

A change to distinctly cooler weather could be on the cards for the European Alps early next week.

The forecast models are starting to indicate that early February is likely to be noticeably colder than now, with a possibility of more snow in around a weeks time.

Keep calm and carry on...

Without a Crystal Ball but basis recent heavy snows and historical trends where do you think will be the best place to ski this April from the 6th to the 13th. We have never been to France(usually Austria and would go again)but are considering it. We will be a group of 4 males with 2 intermediates/expert and 2 beginners. Obviously all we really want is good snow and long runs so higher resorts probably with some apres-ski.
Have had a quick look at Chamonix, Avoriaz and Les Deux Alpes.
Any advice you can offer will be appreciated so that I can add the resorts to my Snow Forecasts and monitor the snow
Thanks
Brian

I`d say above 2500 m. ;-)

Pick a selection of resorts with a resort base I would suggest of 1800 Mts, there is a good snow base so barring any heat waves we should see skiing through April.