Is Farellones snowsure?
The snowiest week in Farellones is week 3 of August. There are typically 2.5 snowy days during this week with 21 cm of snowfall. Check out the Farellones Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Farellones
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| June | 19 cm | 1.6 days |
| July | 14 cm | 1.3 days |
| August | 15 cm | 1.8 days |
| September | 6 cm | 1.5 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Farellones during July (week 3):
The average snowfall forecast during week 3 of July for Farellones is 11 cm. There are typically 1.5 snowy days during this week. Farellones prevailing weather and snow conditions during the third week of July at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2884m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the expected freezing level (3057m) is close to the middle elevation of Farellones. On average, expect one or two days with snowfall per week in Farellones in the middle of July but rainy days are possible: you can expect on average one rainy day every 14 years during this week of July. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 11cm. Daytime temperatures at the middle elevation in Farellones during week three of July usually get above freezing (average maximum is 1.3°C) but nightime temperatures typically fall to -0.3°C degrees so expect freeze-thaw cycles. Expect the sun to shine on three out of seven days. Mostly light winds (average 18km/h) are unlikely to affect ski lifts but you can expect the mean wind to reach 30km/h one day in this week. Below-freezing, calm and sunny perfect weather days that follow fresh snow (bluebird powder days) occur on average one day every second year during this week but bluebird days that don't have fresh snow occur on average one day during this week in any given year.
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Farellones Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Farellones and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Farellones are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Farellones are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Farellones are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.





