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 24 April.
Updated 24 April 2025 13:36 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 26 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 21cm 8in |
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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 7℃ 45°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Alpe d'Huez is reporting “Hard(High)” with 11cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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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| Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | -3℃ 27°F
| 1℃ 33°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 +11cm +4in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +7cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
|
| NW F3 | |||||||
| 2,595m 8,514ft | 0℃ 32°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 44°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 36°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| 1,860m 6,102ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,469m 8,100ft | varying 2,349m 7,707ft | varying 2,529m 8,297ft | varying 2,749m 9,019ft | |||
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 50°F | 11℃ 52°F | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 48°F | 13℃ 55°F | 13℃ 55°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 40°F | 5℃ 41°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 7℃ 45°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
up to 11cm up to 4in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,469m 8,100ft to 2,129m 6,985ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, cloudy then rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,349m 7,707ft to 2,089m 6,854ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then thunderstorms, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,529m 8,297ft to 2,409m 7,904ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
30
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear sky, light rain showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,749m 9,019ft to 2,699m 8,855ft , 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 13:36 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Alpe d'Huez
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grave | 8cm 3in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 9cm 4in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 9cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Villard Reculas | 8cm 3in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 7cm 3in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Valloire | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 4cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Oz-en-Oisans | 4cm 1in | 5cm 2in |
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.