La Plagne Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 13 May 2026 20:41 BST
Snow Forecast for La Plagne
Snow and Weather from 13 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
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La Plagne Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in La Plagne?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 17cm 7in |
| Next 48 Hours | 24cm 9in |
| Next 7 Days | 26cm 10in |
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Forecast for today in La Plagne
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Forecast times for La Plagne are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | -6℃ 22°F
| -9℃ 15°F
 +6cm +2in
| -10℃ 14°F
 +3cm +1in
| -9℃ 16°F
 +2cm +1in
| -6℃ 21°F
 | -5℃ 22°F
| -3℃ 26°F
|
| 2,250m 7,382ft | 4℃ 39°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+17cm +7in
| -2℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| -2℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,342m 7,684ft | varying 1,804m 5,919ft | varying 1,788m 5,866ft | varying 1,712m 5,617ft | 1,373m 4,505ft | varying 2,588m 8,491ft | |
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 50°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 36°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | -5℃ 23°F | -2℃ 29°F | 0℃ 31°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 Plagne
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plagne Montalbert | 27cm 11in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | 27cm 11in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | 24cm 10in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Plagne Bellecôte | 24cm 10in | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Plagne Centre | 24cm 10in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Plagne Soleil | 24cm 9in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Plagne Villages | 24cm 9in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 16cm 6in | 23cm 9in |
Snow Reliability
La Plagne typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 2 meters at peak season. For the latest updates on snowfall and snow conditions, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Plagne
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Plagne, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Plagne, 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 Plagne 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 Plagne 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 Plagne 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.