snow season

Cold white period

Snow season is the time of year when snowfall typically occurs in a given region, usually spanning late autumn through early spring in temperate climates.

The term appears in weather forecasting, winter sports contexts, and travel planning: The resort extends its snow season with artificial snowmaking.

In ski industry usage, it often specifically means the period when slopes are open for business.

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fresh powder · frost · slopes · black diamond · cold · powder · holidays · December · January · freezing · sledding · icy · mountains · fireplace · après ski · hot cocoa · cozy · bundled up

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seasonal timing

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Year's warmest season

dry season · beach season · monsoon season · rainy season · spring

climate activity

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Low-demand period

mud season · thaw · fire season · drought · Indian summer

seasonal activities

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Period for coastal recreation

golf season · camping season · off-season · festival season

Family

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