New Snow!

Lots of new snow yesterday in all the Andorran areas, with more to come!!

Im heading out on the 22nd to Soldeu!

Its been a scorcher this week tho! 10-12 degrees1

Im a first time skier.... isnt the heat going to cause problems/degredation of the slopes?


can someone give me a little reassurance1

Thanks

Nano

I was hoping to head up to Andorra this weekend as my shoulder has nearly recovered from my fall a few weeks ago, but I have a load of other things I am supposed to be doing as well. Too bad the weekend isn't 4 days long! It is getting warmer, but there is supposed to be plenty of snow and it's still close to freezing on the high slopes. If I go, I will update you!

Nano wrote:Im a first time skier.... isnt the heat going to cause problems/degredation of the slopes?

In short, no, you'll be fine. There's loads of snow - and snow always holds up surprisingly well when it's sunny; rain is the real killer.

Providing you don't get too much rain, you'll be experiencing "Spring Skiing" which is great for beginners and early skiers. You might need to stop for an extra coffee first thing as the pistes will be very hard until they get the sun on them or the air warms.

Once the very top of the snow has softened you'll find it easy and smooth to ski on. You might find it a bit slushy in the afternoon but it's very forgiving.

Also on the plus side... you'll likely get some sunshine and be able to sit outside the cafes/restos on the mountain... sweet. 8)

Admin wrote:

Nano wrote:Im a first time skier.... isnt the heat going to cause problems/degredation of the slopes?

In short, no, you'll be fine. There's loads of snow - and snow always holds up surprisingly well when it's sunny; rain is the real killer.

funnily enough, not always actually, it depends on the snow depth and the ground temperature. Once the ground is warming up then not a lot makes any difference. But with enough snow and a the ground staying cold then the rain will only produce a metamorphosis on layers towards to surface.