La Giettaz en Aravis Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Giettaz en Aravis
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This is the Snow Forecast for La Giettaz en Aravis, France for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:40 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 17cm 7in |
| Next 48 Hours | 22cm 9in |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Giettaz en Aravis.
Forecast for today in La Giettaz en Aravis
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,659m 5,443ft to 1,369m 4,491ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 23:39 BST
Powder Possible :- 17cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for La Giettaz en Aravis over the next 2 days.
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La Giettaz en Aravis Snow Report
Snow report from Megève ( 9km 6 miles from La Giettaz en Aravis)
| Upper Snow Depths | 160cm 63in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 30cm 12in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
La Giettaz en Aravis 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,950m 6,398ft | 3℃ 37°F
 +2cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +19cm +8in
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 47°F
|
| 1,525m 5,003ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+17cm +7in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| 1,100m 3,609ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+8cm +3in
| 9℃ 48°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 11℃ 51°F
 | 12℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,659m 5,443ft | varying 1,599m 5,246ft | varying 1,489m 4,885ft | ||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 40°F | 9℃ 48°F | 15℃ 59°F | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 53°F | 12℃ 53°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 0℃ 32°F | 2℃ 36°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 42°F | 5℃ 41°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.
La Giettaz en Aravis 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 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,659m 5,443ft to 1,369m 4,491ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
8cm to 19cm 3in to 8in New Snow
Snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,599m 5,246ft to resort level.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, fair later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, drizzle later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy 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
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for La Giettaz en Aravis, 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 La Giettaz en Aravis, 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.
La Giettaz en Aravis Snow Forecast updated at 15:40 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near La Giettaz en Aravis
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 69cm 27in | 74cm 29in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 52cm 20in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 56cm 22in | 56cm 22in | |||||||
| Flaine | 50cm 20in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Megève | 49cm 19in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 43cm 17in | 47cm 19in | |||||||
| Les Gets | 41cm 16in | 41cm 16in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Giettaz en Aravis
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Giettaz en Aravis, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Giettaz en Aravis, 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 La Giettaz en Aravis 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 La Giettaz en Aravis 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 La Giettaz en Aravis 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.