Winter has come early this year, with ski resorts in New South Wales and Victoria recording their first drop of snow in April. The picturesque landscapes of these regions have been adorned with a fresh blanket of snow, signaling the onset of the much-awaited snow season for 2024.
The first significant snowfall arrived, surprising locals and enthusiasts alike, with up to 5cm of snow covering the slopes at Perisher, a renowned ski resort in New South Wales. Weather experts at Weatherzone attribute this early snowfall to a cold front sweeping across southeast Australia, bringing with it a band of moisture that graced the alpine regions until about 9 am on Tuesday morning.
Local snow enthusiasts wasted no time in embracing the wintry spectacle. Steve Smith, a Snowy Mountains local, eagerly donned his winter boots and ventured up the slopes of Perisher to witness nature’s spectacle firsthand. His journey to the Mid-station restaurant revealed a delightful accumulation of snow, reminiscent of a scene straight out of a winter wonderland.
Thredbo ski resort, another popular destination in New South Wales, shared the excitement on social media, declaring the activation of “winter mode” as snowfall persisted throughout the morning, even gracing the village with its wintry touch.
Meanwhile, in Victoria, the snowy veil descended upon the landscape, covering ground up to 1600 meters above sea level. Melbourne experienced a significant drop in temperature, with the mercury barely reaching 16°C, making it the coldest day of the year so far. Mount Hotham ski resort, one of Victoria’s premier ski destinations, reported 4cm of snow accompanied by a chilly -2°C temperature, setting the stage for an eagerly anticipated snow season.
Enthusiastic updates flooded social media platforms as ski resorts across the region shared glimpses of the winter magic. Mount Buller, amidst the excitement, reminded followers of the countdown to the official start of the snow season, indicating that while the first flakes had fallen, there were still 60 days to go.
As anticipation builds and winter asserts its dominance, enthusiasts and tourists eagerly await the unfolding of the 2024 snow season. With the first drop of snow serving as a harbinger of exhilarating adventures and memorable experiences, ski resorts in NSW and Victoria stand ready to welcome visitors to their snowy paradises, promising thrills, spills, and the pure joy of winter sports amidst breathtaking natural beauty.
