Espace Killy Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Espace Killy
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This is the Snow Forecast for Espace Killy, France for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 19:37 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 18cm 7in |
| Next 48 Hours | 55cm 21in |
| Next 7 Days | 81cm 32in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Espace Killy.
Forecast for today in Espace Killy
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 14cm up to 6in New Snow
Light rain showers first, rain showers then light rain, snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,429m 7,969ft to 1,699m 5,574ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 03:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 58cm 23in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Espace Killy over the next 2 days.
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Espace Killy Snow Report
Snow report from La Plagne ( 8km 5 miles from Espace Killy)
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 14 April |
Espace Killy 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SE F2 | SE F3 | ||||
| 3,450m 11,319ft | -5℃ 23°F
 +14cm +6in
| -6℃ 21°F
 +40cm +16in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
+4cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +13cm +5in
| -5℃ 23°F
 | -6℃ 21°F
+10cm +4in
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | 1℃ 34°F
+18cm +7in
| -2℃ 29°F
+40cm +16in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
+9cm +4in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 1,550m 5,085ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,429m 7,969ft | varying 2,149m 7,051ft | varying 1,979m 6,493ft | varying 2,289m 7,510ft | varying 2,179m 7,149ft | varying 2,139m 7,018ft | |
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 40°F | 10℃ 49°F | 6℃ 42°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 41°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 36°F | 2℃ 36°F | 4℃ 39°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.
Espace Killy 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 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 14cm up to 6in New Snow
Light rain showers first, rain showers then light rain, snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,429m 7,969ft to 1,699m 5,574ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 40cm up to 16in New Snow
Snow at altitude, light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,149m 7,051ft to 1,669m 5,476ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,979m 6,493ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,289m 7,510ft to 2,149m 7,051ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 13cm up to 5in New Snow
Rain, fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,179m 7,149ft to 1,819m 5,968ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 10cm up to 4in New Snow
Rain, light rain, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,139m 7,018ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Espace Killy, 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 Espace Killy, 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.
Espace Killy Snow Forecast updated at 19:37 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Espace Killy
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 96cm 38in | 114cm 45in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 78cm 31in | 85cm 33in | |||||||
| Tignes | 68cm 27in | 74cm 29in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 62cm 24in | 71cm 28in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 65cm 25in | 69cm 27in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 58cm 23in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 54cm 21in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 55cm 22in | 59cm 23in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Espace Killy
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Espace Killy, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Espace Killy, 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 Espace Killy 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 Espace Killy 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 Espace Killy 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.