Alpe d'Huez Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez
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This is the Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 09:38 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 48cm 19in |
| Next 7 Days | 59cm 23in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alpe d'Huez.
Forecast for today in Alpe d'Huez
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain first, light rain showers then cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,479m 8,133ft to 2,179m 7,149ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 11:39 BST
Powder Possible :- 41cm 16in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Alpe d'Huez over the next 2 days.
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Alpe d'Huez is reporting "Hard(High)".
Alpe d'Huez Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard High |
Alpe d'Huez 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F2 | ||||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | 0℃ 32°F
 +7cm +3in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +27cm +10in
| -9℃ 15°F
+14cm +6in
| -2℃ 28°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
| -5℃ 23°F
+10cm +4in
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
|
| SE F3 | SW F2 | SE F2 | E F2 | ||||
| 2,595m 8,514ft | 3℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +21cm +8in
| -2℃ 28°F
+18cm +7in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+10cm +4in
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 1,860m 6,102ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 6℃ 42°F
+7cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
+12cm +5in
| 8℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 6℃ 44°F
| 10℃ 49°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,479m 8,133ft | varying 2,209m 7,247ft | varying 1,899m 6,230ft | varying 2,289m 7,510ft | varying 2,499m 8,199ft | ||
| Max Town | 9℃ 49°F | 6℃ 42°F | 2℃ 36°F | 8℃ 45°F | 9℃ 48°F | 6℃ 44°F | 10℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°F | 4℃ 38°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Alpe d'Huez Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain first, light rain showers then cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,479m 8,133ft to 2,179m 7,149ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
7cm to 27cm 3in to 10in New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow at altitude then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,209m 7,247ft to resort level.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
12cm to 14cm 5in to 6in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, cloudy, freezing fog later.
Snow Line from 1,899m 6,230ft to resort level.
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Freezing fog first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 6℃ 44°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 10cm up to 4in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, snow showers at altitude then light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,289m 7,510ft to resort level.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,499m 8,199ft to 2,319m 7,608ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Alpe d'Huez, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Alpe d'Huez Snow Forecast updated at 09:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Alpe d'Huez
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grave | 64cm 25in | 75cm 29in | |||||||
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 47cm 18in | 73cm 29in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 51cm 20in | 69cm 27in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 56cm 22in | 64cm 25in | |||||||
| Oz-en-Oisans | 48cm 19in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Valloire | 53cm 21in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 47cm 19in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 48cm 19in | 53cm 21in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alpe d'Huez
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alpe d'Huez, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alpe d'Huez, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Alpe d'Huez is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Alpe d'Huez will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Alpe d'Huez for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.