Snow & Weather

18th February 2024

PlanetSKI Snow Report

The weather has changed in the Alps & the Pyrenees, snow is falling with more to come. UPDATED

15th February 2024

February Skiing in Scotland

Snow and cold temperatures arrived in Scotland just in time for the school holidays. Two of our reporters have been out on the hill – with mixed results.

11th February 2024

PlanetSKI Snow Report

Warm conditions remain in the Alps but it seems there is some welcome snow in the forecast. UPDATED

6th February 2024

Changeable Snow Continues in USA

California is seeing the best of the new snow with Colorado not far behind. Winter is back on track, but there’s still a way to go. It’s been a frustrating time. UPDATED

4th February 2024

PlanetSKI Snow Report

Temperatures are dropping in the Alps with some limited snowfall on the way. UPDATED

28th January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Warm weather and blue sky are dominating in the Alps with it set to continue. PlanetSKI is currently in Turkey where things are rather different – it’s cold and snowy. UPDATED

25th January 2024

Fourth Avalanche Death in USA as Heavy Snow Continues to Fall

The latest accident happened in Colorado as a 67-year old snowboarder was caught. Snow levels are getting back on track in North America after a poor start to the season.

21st January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

The weather is settled across the Alps after a dusting of snow in places. The situation remains disappointing in the Pyrenees but there is still some decent piste skiing to be had. UPDATED

18th January 2024

Third Fatal Avalanche in USA as Huge Snowfall Continues

The latest death was in Wyoming and follows fatalities in California and Idaho. After a poor start for snow this winter the situation is changing in North America. UPDATED

15th January 2024

The Mid-January PlanetSKI Snow Report

Storm clouds have rolled in to parts of the Alps with some snow but also rain. In the Pyrenees it has warmed up with some decent piste conditions. UPDATED

11th January 2024

Winter Snowstorms Hit North America

A man has died after an inbounds avalanche in Palisades Tahoe in California. Another has died off piste in Idaho. After a poor start to the season, ski resorts across North America have seen significant snowfall with more in the forecast. UPDATED

10th January 2024

Scotland Snow Report

We have heard much recently about the conditions in the Alps and the Pyrenees, but what about closer to home in Scotland? Our reporting team of Rod and Dianne Frazer update us.

8th January 2024

A Cautionary Tale About Snow Chains

We have just driven up to Andorra from France in some ferocious weather conditions. Preparation, practice and patience with snow chains is what it is all about. It reminded us of an earlier experience this winter. UPDATED

7th January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Winter has returned to the Alps, the Pyrenees, Scandinavia and even North America. UPDATED

4th January 2024

Freezing Weather Hits Scandinavia

A mother and child died in an avalanche in Finland with the other Nordic countries gripped by an Arctic blast.

2nd January 2024

Poor Start to Winter Continues in North America

Both Canada and the USA have seen below average natural snowfall. Resorts are doing their best in some difficult circumstances.

1st January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Heavy snow is falling in the Alps & the Pyrenees as the temperatures drop. UPDATED

29th December 2023

British Mother & Son Die in Avalanche in France

Tributes have been paid to Kate Vokes, 54, and her 22-year old son, Archie. A criminal investigation is underway as further details become clear. UPDATED

24th December 2023

Some Snow in the Alps to Welcome in 2024

It remains warm in the Alps with snow and rain in the forecast. At altitude it is good for the time of year. UPDATED

17th December 2023

More Snow Falling in the Alps

The Alps are going to see some wild weather in places over the next few days. It is generally excellent at altitude in the Alps for the time of year. UPDATED

13th December 2023

Kaunertal: The Tirol’s Secret Glacier Ski Area

Soelden, Stubai, Hintertux & Pitztal may be better known, but Kaunertal is the real deal – a high-altitude alpine gem. PlanetSKI is converted.

12th December 2023

Avalanche Risk in the Alps

Parts of the NW Alps are seeing heavy snow, torrential rain and high winds as the latest storm hits. There is a high risk of avalanche in places. NEW

11th December 2023

World Cup Racing Once Again Hit by Bad Weather

Yet more races were cancelled in what is turning into a difficult start to the season for the International Ski & Snowboard Federation. NEW

11th December 2023

The Sun is Back in the Alps

The recent storms have passed and the sun is back with temperatures fairly mild. We also report on conditions in North America. UPDATED

10th December 2023

North America Snow Report

It has been a slow start to winter in the USA and Canada so far. PlanetSKI is in Canada and reports on conditions across the Pond. UPDATED

8th December 2023

Jackson Hole Opens More Terrain as Further Snow Falls

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is opening four more lifts and a variety of terrain in the coming days after a strong winter storm pushed snowfall to over 2.5m this season already.

4th December 2023

Heavy Rain Hits Parts of the Alps

Early season has been generally very good especially at altitude. However the temperature is rising with rain falling in places as more resorts open. We also look at conditions in North America. UPDATED

4th December 2023

A Day Ski Touring in the Tirol

It is one of the big growth areas in snowsports – ski touring. It doesn’t have to be for the experts. Check out our photogallery from the weekend.

2nd December 2023

Kuhtai Opens for the Season

PlanetSKI is in the highest ski town in Austria for its opening this weekend. It has been more like the middle of February than the beginning of December. UPDATED

29th November 2023

20+ Resorts in the Alps Open This Weekend

Some were planned, others are due to the significant recent snowfall in parts of the Alps. So, who’s starting for the season? NEW

27th November 2023

The Snowstorm Passes

It remains cold in the Alps after the latest storm bought plenty of snow in places. The sun is now out with some excellent conditions. UPDATED

27th November 2023

PlanetSKI Reports from Pitztal in the Tirol

Our editor, James Cove, is in the glacier resort in the Tirol as heavy snow falls. It’s having the best start to winter in 15-years. Suffice to say James is more than a little excited. UPDATED

24th November 2023

PlanetSKI Hits Val Thorens for Its Official Opening

The season in the highest resort in the Alps is now underway. PlanetSKI once again starts its season on the slopes of Val Thorens.

22nd November 2023

More Snow Falls with More Resorts Opening

The temperature has dropped sharply as another storm hits the Alps with more on the way. UPDATED

21st November 2023

Ex-Royal Marine Begins Longest Solo, Unsupported Ski Crossing of Antarctica

Sam Cox’s route has never been attempted before and is over 500km further than any solo unsupported Antarctic expedition in history.

19th November 2023

Poor Weather Leads to Cancellation of Zermatt to Cervinia Downhill Races

Last weekend the men were unable to race due to bad weather. This weekend the same has happened for the women. Questions will be asked about the future of the event. UPDATED

16th November 2023

Good Start to the Season at Altitude in the Alps

More resorts opened at the weekend including the first in France. 30 resorts now offer some skiing. UPDATED

12th November 2023

Zermatt-Cervinia World Cup Downhill Cancelled

Last year’s race was called off due to a lack of snow. This year’s was cancelled due to heavy snow, high winds and poor visibility. UPDATED

6th November 2023

More Snow About To Fall In The Alps

Significant amounts of early season snow have fallen with more set to come down this weekend. UPDATED

4th November 2023

Images of the Snow…

Readers, reports and resorts are sending us images of the snow currently falling across Europe and North America. Inspiring us all for the approaching winter. UPDATED

2nd November 2023

Major Autumn Snowfall Hits the Alps

This is the real deal with well over 50cm in places and still it comes down. UPDATED

2nd November 2023

Heavy Snow Falls in North America as More Resorts Open

Lake Louise in Canada fired up some lifts on Friday with other resorts set to follow. Resorts are also opening in the USA. UPDATED

31st October 2023

Significant Snowfall in Europe & North America as More Resorts Open

Snow is falling in the Alps & The Rockies. Check out the latest. UPDATED

27th October 2023

Another Major US Resort Opens

Keystone in Colorado is the latest resort to open. Nearby Arapahoe Basin opened a top to bottom run on Sunday with fresh snow falling. UPDATED

26th October 2023

First Ski Area in USA Opens

The race has been on for a while and the first one to offer some skiing & snowboarding is one you have probably never heard of. NEW

25th October 2023

FIS Responds to POW

The International Ski & Snowboard Federation has issued a strongly worded response to Protect Our Winters after being called on to do more to protect the environment. It follows claims of excavators being used on a glacier to prepare a race course.

25th October 2023

More Snow Falls in the Alps

There have been further falls at altitude in the Alps as winter approaches. UPDATED

20th October 2023

Alps Hit by Snow & Strong Winds

A handful of resorts already have some slopes open with more set to follow. The first World Cup events are underway with thoughts turning to winter as snow falls in parts of the Alps & elsewhere. UPDATED

20th October 2023

Ten Reasons to Ski in Austria This Winter

Well-groomed ski pistes, state-of-the-art lifts, as well as a modern infrastructure await. We asked the Austrian National Tourist Office to give us their top reasons to visit.

16th October 2023

The Austrian Alpine Club Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Glaciers

It is calling for “the urgent and unconditional protection of the glaciers” and an end to any new developments of glacier ski areas.

9th October 2023

Mont Blanc Shrinks by More Than Two Metres in Two Years

The tallest mountain in western Europe has been measured at 4,805.59m – that’s 2.22m shorter than in 2021. NEW

3rd October 2023

More Ski Resorts Open Some October Slopes

Some of the high-altitude glacier areas in the Alps are already open with more set to follow this month. In North America there have been the first dustings of snow. UPDATED

29th September 2023

Swiss Glaciers Loose 10% of Volume in Past Two Years

Latest figures show the alarming rate of melt in the worst two years on record.

27th September 2023

Autumn in the Alps

The seasons are changing as autumn gets underway & winter edges closer. The days are shorter, there’s been snow at altitude & the leaves are changing their colour. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. UPDATED

21st September 2023

Snow is Falling in the Alps & Beyond

There’s snow falling in the Alps & Scandinavia as winter approaches. Some has fallen in North America too. PlanetSKI reports from the Alps. UPDATED

13th September 2023

Extent of Summer Glacier Melt Revealed

In 2022 Swiss glaciers recorded their worst melt rate since records began more than a 100 years ago. This summer the decline has slowed slightly, but the melt continues. The picture looks grim across the Alps and the Pyrenees.

4th September 2023

Threat to Italian Glaciers Increases

Climate change means an ‘imminent and irreversible disappearance’ of the glaciers in Italy. Two Italian glaciers remain open for summer skiing.

27th August 2023

More August Snow Falls in the Alps

Heavy snow has been falling at some ski areas in the Alps. It follows summer heatwaves with record-breaking temperatures. Cooler weather is now here as Autumn approaches. UPDATED

23rd August 2023

Another Major Heatwave Hits the Alps

Temperatures have risen sharply with the freezing level now at a record-breaking 5,298m. It is having a devastating impact on the glaciers with fears of rockfalls. UPDATED

13th August 2023