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In the Alps, snow cover at high elevations is a significant seasonal feature. At the 6,600-foot level, snow typically persists from approximately mid-November through the end of May, often obstructing high mountain passes. During the winter months, nearly all precipitation occurring above 5,000 feet falls as snow, frequently reaching depths of 10 to 33 feet or more.1