ᐅ Energy Demand: Snow on Skylights & Shutters with Triple Glazing in Winter

Created on: 24 Dec 2025 14:05
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stromneuling
I have two questions for the experts regarding the following situations, as I have found differing opinions:

  • If snow accumulates on a roof window (double-glazed), does it affect the room’s energy demand?
  • When the outdoor temperature is low (below 0°C (32°F)), does it make a difference to the room’s energy demand whether the roller shutters of a large floor-to-ceiling window (triple-glazed) are fully closed or left slightly open?

Merry Christmas to everyone!
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stromneuling
28 Dec 2025 11:03
At an outside temperature of -10 degrees Celsius (14°F), I also always get condensation on the inside of the window, and I am still looking for a solution. So far, for the few days a year this happens, I’ve just given up after airing out the room. But (see another post) I’m afraid that some mold might be developing there.
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stromneuling
5 Jan 2026 23:23
Are there any effective films available for such windows?

Here is the other thread.
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wiltshire
6 Jan 2026 08:49
You will only notice a negative effect of snow cover on a roof window in houses designed to maximize solar heat gains when it is sunny during the day.
You will see a positive effect in an older building with very old Velux windows. In that case, the extra insulation helps somewhat.
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stromneuling
11 Jan 2026 14:22
As I understand it, nothing further needs to be considered because of the snow. I am more concerned about the dark spots and the condensation when it is cold outside, and how to manage that.