Besse Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Besse
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This is the Snow Forecast for Besse, France for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 01:38 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 23cm 9in |
| Next 7 Days | 23cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Besse.
Forecast for today in Besse
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 12cm up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain later.
Snow Line from 1,509m 4,951ft to 1,299m 4,262ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 03:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 20cm 8in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Besse over the next 2 days.
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Besse is reporting "Wet".
Besse Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 30cm 12in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Wet Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Besse was reported as 1 (Low Risk) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Besse 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,850m 6,070ft | 5℃ 42°F
 +12cm +5in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +10cm +4in
| 5℃ 42°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| 1,450m 4,757ft | 8℃ 47°F
+10cm +4in
| 3℃ 37°F
+10cm +4in
| 9℃ 48°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 49°F
|
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 13℃ 54°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,509m 4,951ft | varying 1,539m 5,049ft | varying 1,459m 4,787ft | ||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 5℃ 42°F | 12℃ 53°F | 15℃ 59°F | 12℃ 53°F | 13℃ 54°F | 12℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°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.
Besse 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 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 12cm up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain later.
Snow Line from 1,509m 4,951ft to 1,299m 4,262ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 10cm up to 4in New Snow
Rain first, light rain then light drizzle, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,539m 5,049ft to 1,299m 4,262ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Light rain, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 13℃ 54°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Besse, 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 Besse, 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.
Besse Snow Forecast updated at 01:38 BST, next update expected 07:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Besse
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 53cm 21in | 70cm 27in | |||||||
| Valloire | 48cm 19in | 59cm 23in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 43cm 17in | 58cm 23in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 47cm 19in | 56cm 22in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 32cm 12in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Chamrousse | 43cm 17in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 35cm 14in | 43cm 17in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Besse
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Besse, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Besse, 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 Besse 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 Besse 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 Besse 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.