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From the south – the approach of a southerly front is followed by a quick increase in temperatures, bringing possible rain or a thaw at high altitudes. After the front has passed and the temperatures return to normal, the whole of the Sierra Nevada will become a ‘block of ice’, leading to potentially very dangerous conditions.

From the east – these fronts are infrequent but wet and give heavy snowfalls, especially to the eastern Sierra Nevada.

Getting to the Sierra Nevada

The Sierra Nevada is very accessible and makes a good destination for last-minute weekend or short breaks as it is close to major airports and fast motorway networks.

Airports

Granada has the closest airport to the range, being only a 1hr drive from the ski area, and is very accessible for the Cumbres Verdes which are on its doorstep. Lanjarón, at the entrance to the Alpujarra, is only 45min away. Capileira, in the heart of the Alpujarra, is 1hr 45min away by car.

At the present time (2017) few airlines go there, besides Iberia/BA and Vueling. The only direct flights from the UK are from London City Airport (British Airways) and from Manchester and London Gatwick (Easyjet). These are not daily flights, though, so you would need to check with the airline direct.