Avoriaz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Avoriaz
This is the Snow Forecast for Avoriaz, France for 16 days from 16 November.
Updated 15 November 2025 22:31 GMT.
Forecast times for Avoriaz are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Avoriaz.
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Avoriaz Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Avoriaz?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm 8in |
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Forecast for today in Avoriaz
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 6℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,169m 7,116ft to 2,029m 6,657ft , with rain below.
Avoriaz has 7cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Avoriaz Snow Report
Snow report from Champoussin (near Avoriaz)
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:20 Dec |
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The ski area is reported to be closed.
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||
| 2,280m 7,480ft | 2℃ 35°F
 +2cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +5cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
 | -2℃ 28°F
 | -5℃ 22°F
 +7cm +3in
| -5℃ 22°F
+3cm +1in
| -6℃ 21°F
+2cm +1in
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,690m 5,545ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| -2℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| -1℃ 29°F
+3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
|
| SE F2 | NE F2 | ||||||
| 1,100m 3,609ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+6cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
| -4℃ 26°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,169m 7,116ft | varying 1,859m 6,099ft | 1,100m 3,609ft | varying 1,199m 3,934ft | 1,199m 3,934ft | varying 1,199m 3,934ft | |
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 31°F | -2℃ 28°F | -4℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 44°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | -1℃ 30°F | -5℃ 23°F | -4℃ 25°F | -6℃ 21°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 8℃ 47°F
Min 6℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,169m 7,116ft to 2,029m 6,657ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,859m 6,099ft to 1,449m 4,754ft , with rain below.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Max 0℃ 31°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 23°F and not getting above 0℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
6cm to 7cm 2in to 3in New Snow
Light snow showers, heavy snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,199m 3,934ft to resort level.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 25°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells.
Snow falling to 1,199m 3,934ft , with rain below.
Max -4℃ 26°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 21°F and not getting above -4℃ 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then fog later.
Snow Line from 1,199m 3,934ft to resort level.
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 22:31 GMT, next update expected 01:00 GMT.
Snow Forecast near Avoriaz
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morillon | 23cm 9in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 18cm 7in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Morzine | 16cm 6in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Portes du Soleil | 16cm 6in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Flaine | 15cm 6in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 16cm 6in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Les Crosets | 8cm 3in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Champoussin | 5cm 2in | 17cm 7in |
Snow Reliability
Avoriaz typically enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 200 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
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.