Data for "Snow depth sensitivity to mean temperature, precipitation, and elevation in the European Alps"

Snow on the ground is an important component of the hydrological cycle, the climate system, and mountain ecosystems throughout the world. The timing of snowfall, along with its accumulation, has profound implications on water resources, mountain tourism, and mountain hazards such as avalanches. Understanding the impact that climate change has on this valuable resource is therefore essential in order to assist regional planning and preparedness. Building upon existing research, this data set is used to better quantify the sensitivity of historical changes in seasonal snow depth through a multivariate framework that depends on elevation, mean temperature and precipitation.