Avoriaz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Avoriaz
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This is the Snow Forecast for Avoriaz, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 03:31 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 38cm 15in |
| Next 7 Days | 40cm 16in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Avoriaz.
Forecast for today in Avoriaz
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
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Updated 15 April 2025 07:38 BST
Powder Possible :- 22cm 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Avoriaz over the next 2 days.
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,280m 7,480ft | 5℃ 42°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
 +17cm +7in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +22cm +9in
| 2℃ 35°F
 +1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
|
| 1,690m 5,545ft | 10℃ 50°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+10cm +4in
| 3℃ 38°F
+18cm +7in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| 1,100m 3,609ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+4cm +2in
| 9℃ 48°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,009m 6,591ft | varying 1,379m 4,524ft | varying 1,339m 4,393ft | ||||
| Max Town | 14℃ 58°F | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 41°F | 9℃ 48°F | 14℃ 57°F | 9℃ 48°F | 12℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 8℃ 46°F | 3℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°F | 5℃ 40°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 42°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.
Avoriaz 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℃ 58°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 17cm up to 7in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,009m 6,591ft to 1,289m 4,229ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
4cm to 22cm 2in to 9in New Snow
Clear spells first, heavy snow showers then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,379m 4,524ft to resort level.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, fog then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,339m 4,393ft to 1,319m 4,327ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain showers then light rain, cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Avoriaz, 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 Avoriaz, 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.
Avoriaz Snow Forecast updated at 03:31 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Avoriaz
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 86cm 34in | 95cm 38in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 56cm 22in | 60cm 23in | |||||||
| Morillon | 48cm 19in | 51cm 20in | |||||||
| Flaine | 45cm 18in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 45cm 18in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Champéry | 41cm 16in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Les Crosets | 39cm 15in | 42cm 16in | |||||||
| Champoussin | 36cm 14in | 41cm 16in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Avoriaz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Avoriaz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Avoriaz, 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 Avoriaz 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 Avoriaz 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 Avoriaz 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.