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La Grande Terche Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

La Grande Terche Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 14:44 BST

Snow Forecast for La Grande Terche

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

La Grande Terche Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in La Grande Terche?

La Grande Terche Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,350m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for La Grande Terche.

Forecast for today in La Grande Terche

Max 20℃ 67°F
Min 9℃ 48°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 67°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

FairShwrsLt DrizzleCloud

Fair first, rain showers then light drizzle, cloudy later.

Forecast times for La Grande Terche are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for La Grande Terche from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
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Fri
08
Wind
1,800m 5,906ft
12℃ 53°F
Cloud
11℃ 52°F
Cloud
10℃ 49°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Lt Drizzle
5℃ 40°F
Light Snow
7℃ 44°F
Cloud
7℃ 45°F
Lt Drizzle
1,350m 4,429ft
16℃ 62°F
Lt Drizzle
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
13℃ 55°F
Cloud
12℃ 53°F
Lt Drizzle
9℃ 48°F
Mixed
11℃ 52°F
Lt Drizzle
11℃ 52°F
Shwrs
900m 2,953ft
20℃ 67°F
Lt Drizzle
18℃ 65°F
Cloud
16℃ 61°F
Cloud
15℃ 59°F
Lt Drizzle
12℃ 54°F
Mixed
14℃ 57°F
Lt Drizzle
14℃ 57°F
Shwrs
Snow Line

1,638m 5,374ft

Max Town 20℃ 67°F 18℃ 65°F 16℃ 61°F 15℃ 59°F 12℃ 54°F 14℃ 57°F 14℃ 57°F
Min Town 9℃ 48°F 9℃ 49°F 8℃ 47°F 7℃ 45°F 6℃ 43°F 6℃ 42°F 6℃ 42°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 La Grande Terche

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near La Grande Terche
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
La Clusaz- 18cm 7in
Portes du Soleil- 15cm 6in
Morillon- 14cm 6in
Morzine- 14cm 6in
Chamonix 1cm 1in 13cm 5in
Samoëns- 9cm 3in
Les Gets- 7cm 3in
Abondance- 6cm 2in

Snow Reliability

La Grande Terche typically enjoys reliable snow cover between December and April, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm. For the latest updates on snowfall conditions, visiting J2Ski is recommended.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Grande Terche

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Grande Terche, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Grande Terche, 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 Grande Terche 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 Grande Terche 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 Grande Terche 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.