Grande Galaxie Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 14 October 2026 08:44 BST
Snow Forecast for Grande Galaxie
Snow and Weather from 14 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Grande Galaxie Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Grande Galaxie?
| Next Snow Expected | 27 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 21cm 8in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
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Forecast for today in Grande Galaxie
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Grande Galaxie are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,600m 11,811ft | 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 1℃ 34°F
 | -6℃ 22°F
 +8cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| 2,400m 7,874ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| 1,200m 3,937ft | 22℃ 72°F
| 24℃ 75°F
| 24℃ 75°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 11℃ 52°F
 | 14℃ 56°F
| 16℃ 61°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,815m 9,236ft | varying 2,646m 8,681ft | varying 3,462m 11,358ft | ||||
| Max Town | 22℃ 72°F | 24℃ 75°F | 24℃ 75°F | 20℃ 67°F | 11℃ 52°F | 14℃ 56°F | 16℃ 61°F |
| Min Town | 8℃ 47°F | 9℃ 47°F | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 50°F | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 45°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.
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Snow Forecast near Grande Galaxie
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | - | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | - | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| La Grave | - | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Vaujany | - | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | - | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Sestrière | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | - | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | - | 1cm - |
How reliable is the snow in Grande Galaxie?
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.