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Snow & Weather

Rule Changes to Skiing in Japan as International Visitors Surge

It is the No 1 bucket list destination with huge amounts of snow and an overall experience second to none. The government is set to introduce new regulations for international visitors resulting in more bureaucracy and cost.

More Resorts Close in USA but Skiing Continues

Several resorts closed at the weekend but there is still skiing to be had with some going into June.

As High Alpine Passes Cleared of Snow We Look at Summer Skiing in the Alps

The clear up continues and we report on which areas are still open and where summer skiing is possible in the Alps. UPDATED

New Zealand Ski Resort Set to Open Early After Heavy Snow

Mt Hutt is planning to open on Saturday May 31st, its earliest opening for 16 years. More snow has fallen with snow coming down in South America too. UPDATED

PlanetSKI Is Still Skiing. Just!

We report from Sunshine Village in Alberta Canada where there are still turns to be made. This weekend the resort closes with its legendary Slush Cup event. UPDATED

Ski Season in the Alps Ends. Almost.

All the resorts in the Alps have now closed their main ski areas. A few glacier areas in Austria remain open, with one in Switzerland & another in France. Plans are in place for summer skiing. UPDATED

Skiing Continues in North America as Heavy Snow Falls

In the USA about 20 ski areas in around ten states are open, and there is still some skiing in Alberta in Canada. UPDATED

The Season in Europe Winds Down

It’s been a good end to the season of 2024/25 in the Alps . We hear in detail from Tignes that remains open until this weekend, plus look at the other ski areas open this summer UPDATED

More Resorts Close this Weekend with a Few Hanging On In

It’s been a good end to the season in the Alps after the recent snow. We look at resorts closing + where in Europe & North America skiing continues. UPDATED

Final Ski Resorts in Alps Set to Close but Handful Remain Open

More close this weekend but, some go into May. There’s a few areas open North America – some into July! UPDATED

Fabulous Easter Skiing Conditions as Season Draws to a Close

It follows the biggest snowstorm of the winter in the western Alps. PlanetSKI reporters & readers are out in the Alps. UPDATED

Below Average Number of Avalanche Deaths in Switzerland

Ten people died in avalanches in the Swiss Alps this winter, according to the Swiss Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research. This is below the average for the past 20 years.

Clear Up Continues as Skiing Re-starts After Monster Snowstorm

Resorts have been shut with transport severely affected. The weather is now clearing with resorts opening some slopes. UPDATED

Poor Winter for Scottish Ski Areas

Resorts have described conditions as poor. There was the lowest number of avalanches in the past 40 years – an indication of limited snowfall.

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

There are now some fabulous Spring conditions in parts of the Alps as Easter gets closer. Head high for the best snow. UPDATED

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

There are spring conditions across much of the Alps and it’s time to head high for your end-of-season turns. The recent wintry conditions that brought significant snowfall to Austria have now been replaced by spring sunshine. PlanetSKI is there. UPDATED

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Cloud is returning to the Alps after several days of blue sky and warm temperatures. UPDATED

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Spring conditions continue in the The Alps with some light snow in places. We look ahead to March & April skiing. UPDATED

Three Heliskiers Die in Avalanche in Alaska

They were hit by a massive avalanche and were buried under 30m of snow. They have been named, but their bodies have not yet been recovered as further details are reported. UPDATED

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

There are mixed conditions in the Alps, with heavy snow easing off in Japan. UPDATED

World’s Glaciers Continue to Melt at Alarming Rate

The world’s glaciers are melting faster than ever according to the most comprehensive scientific analysis to date.

Three Dead in Two Separate Avalanches in France

The deadliest happened to a group of ski tourers near Val d’Isere. The other incident occurred at the Belledonne massif. NEW

PlanetSKI Hits Hokkaido in Japan

We’ve arrived at one of the snowiest ski areas on earth. This year has been bumper, with 6m of snow and counting. UPDATED

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Further snow is falling at altitude in the Alps, with heavy snow in parts of Japan and the USA. UPDATED

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

We have the latest from the Alps and direct from Japan where there is double the amount of snow of anywhere else in the world. UPDATED

PlanetSKI’s Japan Ski Adventures Continue

PlanetSKI is in Japan for a month or so. Our stay in the Hakuba Valley on the main island of Honchu ends, with yet more fresh snow.

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

There are some excellent mid-season conditions in Europe and Japan after fresh snow. PlanetSKI reports from both locations. UPDATED

5 Killed in 2 Separate Avalanches in the Alps

One avalanche in Val-Cenis, France, killed four Norwegian skiers. A Swiss skier died near Chamonix. NEW

Where’s Best for Skiing at Easter?

It’s a question we’re often asked at PlanetSKI, especially this year when Easter falls so late. Where’s sunniest, where’s snowiest?  We have some guidance for you from the ski tour operator, Sunweb.

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

There is significant new snow in the Alps and also in Japan. PlanetSKI reports from both ski areas. UPDATED

Clear Weather Across Much of the Alps

It’s bright in the West but cloudy in places in the East with some light snowfall. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. NEW

Five Die in Avalanches in the Alps

Three people died in Italy and two in France. The authorities are urging caution off piste as investigations are launched. UPDATED

PlanetSKI Road Trip Hits Sainte Foy

The French resort in the Tarantaise is known for its powder skiing, but it has much else besides.

PlanetSKI Reports from Arc 1950

We are in the high-altitude resort in the Paradiski area in France for our first turns of 2025.

PlanetSKI Snow Report Direct from the Alps

The weather has changed in the Alps with a great week ahead as blue sky follows fresh snow. UPDATED

Huge Snow & Ice Storm Hits US

A massive storm is disrupting travel and causing chaos across a wide swathe of the USA. The worst of the weather is away from the ski states but many resorts have benefitted from significant snowfall. UPDATED

More Snow Falls in the Alps as Weather Changes

After blue skies across the holiday period the weather has changed with more snow falling in places. 2025 is looking good with more to follow. UPDATED

2025 is ‘Year of Glacier Preservation’

The year 2025 has been declared the International Year of Glacier Conservation following a resolution passed by the UN General Assembly in 2022 and after an initiative from Tajikistan.

Happy New Year From the Alps & Beyond!

The celebrations have been held in style as some of the best New Year snow conditions have blessed Europe & North America.

Excellent Snow Conditions in the Alps Continue

There are some of the best Xmas and New Year conditions in recent years. Heavy snow followed by sunshine and cold temperatures. UPDATED

Thick Fog in UK Causes Travel Disruption for Skiers

Airports are returning to normal after the fog, but Gatwick remains affected. It is one of the busiest weekends for snowsport travel to and from ski resorts across Europe. UPDATED

Fatal Avalanches in the Alps

There have been avalanche fatalities in Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland. Eight people have died in six separate incidents following heavy snow & high winds. UPDATED

Swiss Olympic Snowboarder Dies in Avalanche

26 year old  Sophie Hediger was killed in an avalanche in Arosa. Tributes are being paid to a life cut short. UPDATED

Ski Resorts Advised on Dealing With Climate Change

The International Ski & Snowboard Federation, FIS, has launched a sustainability guide for ski resorts on how to reduce their impact on climate change. NEW

Fabulous Xmas & New Year Snow Conditions in the Alps

There are excellent Xmas conditions across the Alps as the weather clears after the latest storm. UPDATED

Bumper Snow in US for Christmas

If you’re off to ski in the USA this Christmas, it’s looking like it could be a good one. There’ve been big snowfalls in many parts with more to come.

Heavy Snow is Falling in the Alps

With Xmas approaching it couldn’t have come at a better time. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. UPDATED

Good Snow Conditions in the Run Up to Xmas

There have been clear skies with cold temperatures, but things are warming up with another storm set to roll in. PlanetSKI reports from the Swiss Alps. UPDATED

Skiing in Scotland Begins

Glencoe is out of the blocks, opening after wintry conditions provided a boost for some pre-Christmas skiing and snowboarding in Scotland. PlanetSKI has been making some turns.

Excellent Xmas Snow Conditions in Large Parts of the Alps & Pyrenees

It is one of the best starts to a season in recent years. Check out the updated PlanetSKI snow report direct from the Alps. UPDATED

Snow Storm Hits the Alps as Temperatures Drop Sharply

There has been a very welcome winter storm as Xmas approaches. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. UPDATED

The Ski Season of 2024/25 is Underway

There’s some snow forecast for this week with some colder temperatures. 100 ski areas are now open. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. UPDATED

British Mother & Son Killed in Avalanche was ‘Tragic Accident’

The inquest has taken place into the deaths of Kate Vokes, 54, and Archie Vokes, 22. They died in an avalanche in France.

Bumper Conditions Continue in North America

More snow is falling, and more resorts are opening in one of the best starts to winter in recent years. This season may be the one to head across The Pond. UPDATED

More Resorts Open as Winter Approaches

Val Thorens and Tignes are the first French ski resorts to open. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. UPDATED

PlanetSKI Arrives in The Alps

It’s our first trip of the season and we couldn’t have timed it better. Fresh snow has fallen & the temperatures have dropped. We’re in Gurgl this weekend for World Cup ski racing. UPDATED

More Wet Snow Avalanches in the Future

That’s the conclusion of a report from the Swiss Institute for Avalanche Research, SLF.

First Significant Storm of Winter Hits the Alps

The Alps are seeing large quantities of snow in places and a sharp drop in the temperature. Winter is here! UPDATED

Snow Falls in the Alps With More Forecast

The temperatures have dropped, and some snow has fallen. It looks like it’s just a taste of what’s to come with heavy snow set to fall across the Alps next week. UPDATED

2024 Set to be Hottest Year on Record

There has been exceptionally high monthly global mean temperatures according to the World Meteorological Organization, WMO. Rising temperatures are having a significant impact on snowsports.

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