7th July 2025
Swiss Glaciers Reach Tipping Point
All the snow and ice accumulated by Swiss glaciers last winter has now melted and they are now shrinking. It is a similar picture across the Alps.
Snow & Weather
27th June 2025
After Blatten Landslide What is the Future of the Swiss Village?
On May 28th 9m cubic tons of rock, mud & ice came crashing down on the evacuated Swiss village and buried it. There are now plans to re-build & create a ‘New Blatten’.
19th June 2025
Four Areas in Alps Remain Open for Summer Skiing
Skiing & snowboarding is on offer, but the recent heatwave has had an impact. Snow though has been falling in places. Two areas closed at the weekend with one set to open later in July. UPDATED
18th June 2025
Swiss Glaciers 13% Below Seasonal Average
At the end of last winter the glaciers in Switzerland were 13% below their 2010-2020 average size. The current hot weather is causing further melt.
14th June 2025
More Resorts Open in Southern Hemisphere
The first main resorts in New Zealand and Chile open as excellent start to season continues in Australia. UPDATED
6th June 2025
Fabulous Start to Ski Season in Australia with Heavy Snow in New Zealand
Skiing & snowboarding are underway Down Under with large falls of last minute snow for the opening weekend of the season. UPDATED
5th June 2025
Val d’Isere Is Open for Summer Skiing
The French resort opened for summer glacier skiing earlier this month. There are five glacier ski areas currently open in the Alps, but the hot weather is taking its toll. UPDATED
3rd June 2025
Where & When Are the Best Snow Conditions in Australia & New Zealand?
A new survey crunches the numbers and the snow stats. With the season getting underway Down Under shortly we see which resorts come out on top.
2nd June 2025
What Next for Blatten, Switzerland & the Alps After Glacier Landslide?
The village of 300 inhabitants was buried under an unprecedented landslide last week. The implications for the Lötschental Valley, Switzerland and the wider Alps are significant. UPDATED
29th May 2025
Monitoring Rock Falls in the Alps
The destruction of the village of Blatten in the Swiss Alps by a huge landslide has highlighted the threat posed by climate change as the mountains become more unstable. NEW
29th May 2025
Swiss Village Destroyed by Landslide as Glacier Collapses
The Swiss President has visited village of Blatten that was buried after a huge chunk of glacier broke off and crashed down into the valley triggering a massive landslide. There are calls for the village to be re-built. UPDATED
26th May 2025
Whistler Ends Summer Skiing
The Canadian resort has announced it is suspending summer skiing on its Horstman Glacier in the Blackcomb area indefinitely. It ends a decades-long tradition. Climate change is to blame.
26th May 2025
Investigation After Five Ski Mountaineers Die in Swiss Avalanche
They were located after another group saw some abandoned skis near the summit of a mountain near Zermatt with no sign of their owners. A separate avalanche in Switzerland has killed another skier. UPDATED
21st May 2025
Summer Ski Season Approaches
Resorts in the Alps, Scandinavia, South America, Australia and New Zealand are preparing to open in the next few weeks for skiing and snowboarding in the summer months. UPDATED
19th May 2025
Another Two Ski Tourers Die in Swiss Avalanche
Details have been released of two further ski deaths in Switzerland. It follows a separate accident on the Eiger that we have already posted on. UPDATED
16th May 2025
Swiss Glaciers Start Summer with Low Snowpack
There was 13% less snow last winter than the annual average. It bodes badly for the summer glacier melt.
15th May 2025
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.
12th May 2025
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.
12th May 2025
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
10th May 2025
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
10th May 2025
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
4th May 2025
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
28th April 2025
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
28th April 2025
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
26th April 2025
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
21st April 2025
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
19th April 2025
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
15th April 2025
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.
15th April 2025
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
11th April 2025
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.
3rd April 2025
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
24th March 2025
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
14th March 2025
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
Cloud is returning to the Alps after several days of blue sky and warm temperatures. UPDATED
9th March 2025
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
6th March 2025
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
26th February 2025
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
There are mixed conditions in the Alps, with heavy snow easing off in Japan. UPDATED
20th February 2025
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.
16th February 2025
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
14th February 2025
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
14th February 2025
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
Further snow is falling at altitude in the Alps, with heavy snow in parts of Japan and the USA. UPDATED
7th February 2025
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
6th February 2025
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.
3rd February 2025
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
There are some excellent mid-season conditions in Europe and Japan after fresh snow. PlanetSKI reports from both locations. UPDATED
30th January 2025
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
24th January 2025
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.
22nd January 2025
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
There is significant new snow in the Alps and also in Japan. PlanetSKI reports from both ski areas. UPDATED
15th January 2025
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
13th January 2025
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
11th January 2025
PlanetSKI Road Trip Hits Sainte Foy
The French resort in the Tarantaise is known for its powder skiing, but it has much else besides.
8th January 2025
PlanetSKI Reports from Arc 1950
We are in the high-altitude resort in the Paradiski area in France for our first turns of 2025.
7th January 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
6th January 2025
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
2nd January 2025
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
31st December 2024
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.
31st December 2024
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.
29th December 2024
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
28th December 2024
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
26th December 2024
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
25th December 2024
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.
22nd December 2024
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
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