Grande Galaxie Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 24 April 2026 20:43 BST
Snow Forecast for Grande Galaxie
Snow and Weather from 24 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Grande Galaxie Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Grande Galaxie?
| Next Snow Expected | 30 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in Grande Galaxie
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Forecast times for Grande Galaxie are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Fri 24 | Sat 25 | Sun 26 | Mon 27 | Tue 28 | Wed 29 | Thu 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,600m 11,811ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| -1℃ 30°F
 | -2℃ 29°F
| -3℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +4cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
+8cm +3in
|
| 2,400m 7,874ft | 5℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 1,200m 3,937ft | 19℃ 66°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 20℃ 69°F
| 20℃ 68°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 19℃ 65°F
 | 16℃ 60°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 3,292m 10,801ft | varying 3,354m 11,004ft | varying 2,385m 7,825ft | ||||
| Max Town | 19℃ 66°F | 20℃ 67°F | 20℃ 69°F | 20℃ 68°F | 16℃ 61°F | 19℃ 65°F | 16℃ 60°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 46°F | 8℃ 46°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.
Snow Forecast near Grande Galaxie
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaujany | - | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | - | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | - | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| La Grave | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Sestrière | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Grande Galaxie boasts reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 1.5 meters during peak season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski for updates on snowfall and snowmelt.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Grande Galaxie
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Grande Galaxie, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Grande Galaxie, 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 Grande Galaxie 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 Grande Galaxie 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 Grande Galaxie 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.