Le Pleynet Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 06:42 GMT
Snow Forecast for Le Pleynet
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Le Pleynet Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Le Pleynet?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 43cm 17in |
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Forecast for today in Le Pleynet
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, clear spells later.
Forecast times for Le Pleynet are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | -1℃ 30°F
 | -4℃ 25°F
 +6cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| -11℃ 12°F
 +19cm +8in
| -13℃ 9°F
 +6cm +2in
|
| 1,875m 6,152ft | 4℃ 39°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+6cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
| 3℃ 36°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 +8cm +3in
| -8℃ 18°F
+19cm +7in
| -9℃ 16°F
+9cm +4in
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+7cm +3in
| 4℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 45°F
+8cm +3in
| -4℃ 25°F
+17cm +7in
| -4℃ 24°F
+10cm +4in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,396m 4,580ft | varying 2,073m 6,801ft | 1,350m 4,429ft | 1,350m 4,429ft | |||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 38°F | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 45°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 24°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 35°F | -4℃ 24°F | -5℃ 23°F | -3℃ 26°F | -6℃ 22°F | -8℃ 18°F | -8℃ 18°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 Le Pleynet
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamrousse | 6cm 2in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 5cm 2in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 5cm 2in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 5cm 2in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 3cm 1in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Saint Martin de Belleville | 3cm 1in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 3cm 1in | 22cm 9in |
Snow Reliability
Le Pleynet enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths of 80-150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall updates, visit J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Pleynet
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Pleynet, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Pleynet, 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 Le Pleynet 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 Le Pleynet 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 Le Pleynet 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.