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Alpe d'Huez Snow Forecast - 5th May 2025

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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 5 May.

Updated 05 May 2025 13:32 BST.

Alpe d'Huez Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount 6cm 2in
Next 48 Hours 22cm 9in
Next 7 Days 32cm 13in
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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 6℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 44°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 10cm up to 4in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowShwrsFog

Light snow at altitude, rain showers, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,329m 7,641ft to 2,009m 6,591ft , with rain below.

Alpe d'Huez is reporting “Hard” with 22cm 9in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Alpe d'Huez Snow Report

Alpe d'Huez Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths 200cm 79in
Snow ConditionsHard

Alpe d'Huez 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez from OpenMeteo
Mon
05
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Wind
3,330m 10,925ft
-3℃ 27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+10cm +4in
-2℃ 29°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+4cm +2in
-5℃ 22°F
Snow
+8cm +3in
-4℃ 24°F
Cloud
+2cm +1in
-2℃ 29°F
Fair
0℃ 32°F
Snow
+3cm +1in
-1℃ 31°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm +1in
2,595m 8,514ft
1℃ 34°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+6cm +2in
3℃ 37°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm +1in
-1℃ 31°F
Snow
+8cm +3in
0℃ 32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
5℃ 41°F
Snow
4℃ 39°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
1,860m 6,102ft
6℃ 44°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
8℃ 47°F
Mixed
4℃ 40°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
6℃ 44°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Cloud
11℃ 51°F
Mixed
12℃ 53°F
Storm
Snow Line

varying 2,329m 7,641ft
to 2,009m 6,591ft

varying 2,259m 7,411ft
to 1,999m 6,558ft

varying 2,019m 6,624ft
to 1,860m 6,102ft

varying 2,159m 7,083ft
to 1,939m 6,362ft

1,919m 6,296ft

varying 2,489m 8,166ft
to 2,449m 8,035ft

varying 2,669m 8,757ft
to 2,449m 8,035ft

Max Town 6℃ 44°F 8℃ 47°F 4℃ 40°F 6℃ 44°F 8℃ 46°F 11℃ 51°F 12℃ 53°F
Min Town 2℃ 35°F 1℃ 33°F 1℃ 34°F 0℃ 32°F 1℃ 34°F 3℃ 36°F 4℃ 38°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 6℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 44°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 10cm up to 4in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowShwrsFog

Light snow at altitude, rain showers, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,329m 7,641ft to 2,009m 6,591ft , with rain below.

Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow

MixedMixedCloudLight Snow

Clear spells, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.

Snow Line from 2,259m 7,411ft to 1,999m 6,558ft , with rain below.

Max 4℃ 40°F
Min 1℃ 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 40°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

1cm to 8cm up to 3in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsSnowMixedFog

Light snow showers at altitude first, snow showers then clear spells, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,019m 6,624ft to resort level.

Max 6℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 44°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow

FogCloudCloudLight Snow

Fog, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.

Snow Line from 2,159m 7,083ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.

Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 1℃ 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

Snow unlikely

FogMixedCloudFair

Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.

Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
10

up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow

ClearMixedLt RainMixed

Clear sky first, clear spells then light rain showers, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 2,489m 8,166ft to 2,449m 8,035ft , with rain below.

Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 4℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
11

up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow

FairFairStormMixed

Fair, thunderstorms, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 2,669m 8,757ft to 2,449m 8,035ft , 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 13:32 BST, next update expected 16:00 BST.

Snow Forecast near Alpe d'Huez

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Alpe d'Huez
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrMonTueWedThuFriSatSun 7 Day
Les Deux Alpes 24cm 9in 40cm 16in
Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski 20cm 8in 35cm 14in
Villard Reculas 23cm 9in 35cm 14in
Vaujany 19cm 7in 34cm 13in
Le Corbier 22cm 9in 25cm 10in
La Grave 18cm 7in 29cm 11in
Oz-en-Oisans 21cm 8in 25cm 10in
Valmeinier 14cm 6in 21cm 8in

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.