In an unusual weather event, Czech mountain ranges received a substantial snowfall this weekend, with some areas in the Krkonoše, Jeseníky, and Beskydy mountains accumulating over 25 centimeters of snow. This remarkable weather phenomenon comes as part of a notably cold May, with temperatures dropping significantly below normal seasonal averages.
The snowfall has particularly impacted higher elevations, with the snow line generally staying above 1,100 meters, though occasionally dropping as low as 800 meters in the Jizera Mountains. The Králický Sněžník area recorded the deepest snow cover at 27 centimeters, while the iconic Luční Bouda station in the Krkonoše mountains measured 23 centimeters.
The unusual weather conditions have created both challenges and opportunities. While the upper section of the cable car to Sněžka mountain had to be closed due to strong winds reaching 70 km/h, some winter sports enthusiasts seized the rare opportunity to enjoy late-season cross-country skiing around Mount Praděd.
This May snowfall is particularly noteworthy as such events have become increasingly rare in recent years. The Labská Bouda station in the Krkonoše mountains reports that 2025 ties with 1991 as the snowiest May since measurements began in 1979.
However, the winter wonderland won’t last long. Forecasts predict warmer temperatures for Tuesday and Wednesday, which will likely melt the snow from the mountain ridges. While another cold front is expected on Thursday, it’s not anticipated to bring additional snowfall.
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