Know what you’re looking for. If it’s a bargain, go early in December, and as Pas in one of Europe’s highest resorts, it’s a snow-sure option even then. For the best chance of amazing snow, January and February will offer the best bets – the colder temperatures also mean snow-making equipment works better – but remember it’s peak season around February half term so that will push prices up. If it’s the party scene you’re after, go in March and April, when longer days and bluebird skies offer the chance to enjoy your first après beers on the slopes. With a few Irish bars in town St Patrick’s Day (March 17th) is another excuse – if one were needed – to go large.