France Snow Forecasts and Reports for French Ski Resorts
Powder in the Forecast!
Powder Alarms updated 06 October 2026 16:24 BST
Powder Alarms and Snow Storm Warnings have been issued for at least 59 ski areas including La Plagne, Les Arcs, Tignes, Val Thorens and Val d'Isère.
Which French ski resorts will get the most snow this week?
These are the top 10 ski resorts in France with the most snow expected over the next 7 days.
| Ski Area | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d'Huez | 32cm 12in | |||||||
| Brides-les-Bains | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Saint Martin de Belleville | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| The Three Valleys | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 40cm 16in |
Where is there snow in France?
When will it next snow in France?
Snow is next forecast to fall in France over the next 2 days, in at least 51 Ski Resorts including La Plagne, Les Arcs, Tignes, Val Thorens and Val d'Isère.
Forecast updated : 06 Oct 2026 15:45 BST
How much snow is there in France?
The deepest reported snow in France is in Chamonix, which reports snow depths of 190cm 75in on upper slopes.
Snow report updated : 06 Oct 2026 14:30 BST
When did it last snow in France?
Recent snow reports indicate that it snowed in France on Tuesday 14th April 2026, in at least 4 Ski Resorts including Champagny en Vanoise, La Plagne and Plagne Montalbert.
Snow report updated : 06 Oct 2026 14:30 BST
Which French ski resorts will get snow today (and tomorrow)?
These are the top 10 ski resorts in France with the most snow expected in the next 48 hours.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d'Huez | 30cm 12in | ||
| Brides-les-Bains | 27cm 10in | ||
| Chamonix | 29cm 11in | ||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 25cm 10in | ||
| Les Deux Alpes | 35cm 14in | ||
| Les Menuires | 23cm 9in | ||
| Saint Martin de Belleville | 25cm 10in | ||
| The Three Valleys | 27cm 10in | ||
| Val Thorens | 23cm 9in | ||
| Vaujany | 30cm 12in |
Which French ski resorts have the deepest snow?
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Chamonix | 190cm 75in |
How do French ski resorts compare for forecast snow?
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in France - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should always check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
N.B. The above table shows only the top 60 French ski resorts; please use the Map in the menu above or the links below to see regions of France.
The French snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
French Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
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Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 36cm 14in |
| Chamonix | 33cm 13in |
| Alpe d'Huez | 32cm 12in |
| Val d'Isère | 28cm 11in |
| Les Menuires | 26cm 10in |
Forecast updated : 06 Oct 2026 14:54 BST
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| La Grave | 27cm 11in |
| Les Arcs | 26cm 10in |
| Saint-Véran | 19cm 7in |
| Abriès | 12cm 5in |
| Risoul | 12cm 5in |
Forecast updated : 06 Oct 2026 14:54 BST
Rhône-Alpes Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 50cm 20in |
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 48cm 19in |
| The Three Valleys | 30cm 12in |
| Tignes-Val d'Isère | 28cm 11in |
Forecast updated : 06 Oct 2026 14:54 BST
Occitanie Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Cauterets | 5cm 2in |
| La Mongie | 5cm 2in |
| Puyvalador | 5cm 2in |
| Barèges | 4cm 2in |
| Camurac | 3cm 1in |
Forecast updated : 06 Oct 2026 14:54 BST
Grand Est Snow
There is no significant snow forecast for ski resorts in Grand Est today (Tuesday 6th October).