Arc 1950 Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Arc 1950
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This is the Snow Forecast for Arc 1950, France for 16 days from 30 April.
Updated 30 April 2025 17:34 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Arc 1950.
Forecast for today in Arc 1950
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Arc 1950 is reporting “Wet” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Arc 1950 Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 290cm 114in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 104cm 41in |
| Snow Conditions | Wet Snow |
| Last Snow | 5cm 2in of Snow - 24 April |
Arc 1950 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 3,230m 10,597ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +6cm +2in
| -5℃ 23°F
+5cm +2in
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 2,590m 8,497ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+5cm +2in
|
| 1,950m 6,398ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 13℃ 55°F
 | 12℃ 54°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+4cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,679m 8,789ft | varying 2,459m 8,068ft | 1,950m 6,398ft | ||||
| Max Town | 14℃ 57°F | 15℃ 59°F | 17℃ 62°F | 13℃ 55°F | 12℃ 54°F | 8℃ 45°F | 3℃ 37°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 45°F | 5℃ 41°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 33°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.
Arc 1950 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 14℃ 57°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, cloudy then rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
04
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then thunderstorms later.
Snow Line from 2,679m 8,789ft to 2,479m 8,133ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,459m 8,068ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
4cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Arc 1950, 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 Arc 1950, 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.
Arc 1950 Snow Forecast updated at 17:34 BST, next update expected 20:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Arc 1950
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arc 1950
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arc 1950, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arc 1950, 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 Arc 1950 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 Arc 1950 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 Arc 1950 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.