Espace Lumière Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Espace Lumière
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This is the Snow Forecast for Espace Lumière, France for 15 days from 19 April.
Updated 18 April 2025 21:33 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 26 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Espace Lumière.
Forecast for today in Espace Lumière
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Espace Lumière has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Espace Lumière Snow Report
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| Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | S F4 | NW F3 | ||||
| 2,600m 8,530ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
|
| SW F3 | S F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | ||||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 52°F
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| SW F2 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 1,400m 4,593ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 15℃ 58°F
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| Snow Line | 2,349m 7,707ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 11℃ 52°F | 12℃ 54°F | 12℃ 54°F | 13℃ 56°F | 12℃ 53°F | 15℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 42°F | 3℃ 38°F | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°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 Lumière 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 13℃ 55°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then light rain showers, fair later.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Espace Lumière, 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 Lumière, 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 Lumière Snow Forecast updated at 21:33 BST, next update expected 03:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Espace Lumière
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentera | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Risoul | 1cm - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| La Foux d'Allos | 1cm - | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Les Orres | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Seignus (Val d'Allos 1500) | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Espace Lumière
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Espace Lumière, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Espace Lumière, 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 Lumière 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 Lumière 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 Lumière 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.