Le Tour Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Le Tour
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This is the Snow Forecast for Le Tour, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:31 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 33cm 13in |
| Next 7 Days | 34cm 13in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Le Tour.
Forecast for today in Le Tour
Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 21:38 BST
Powder Possible :- 27cm 11in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Le Tour over the next 2 days.
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Argentière ( 2km 2 miles from Le Tour) is reporting "Soft Snow(High), Spring Snow(Low)".
Le Tour Snow Report
Snow report from Argentière ( 2km 2 miles from Le Tour)
| Upper Snow Depths | 215cm 85in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow High Spring Snow Low |
| Last Snow | 40cm 16in of Snow - 15 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Argentière was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Le Tour 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||
| 2,190m 7,185ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 +7cm +3in
| 3℃ 37°F
+27cm +11in
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 44°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
|
| 1,820m 5,971ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 7℃ 44°F
 +5cm +2in
| 3℃ 36°F
+22cm +8in
| 7℃ 45°F
+1cm
| 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| 1,450m 4,757ft | 14℃ 56°F
| 8℃ 47°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
 +16cm +6in
| 9℃ 49°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,809m 5,935ft | varying 1,869m 6,132ft | varying 1,529m 5,016ft | ||||
| Max Town | 14℃ 56°F | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 41°F | 9℃ 49°F | 13℃ 55°F | 12℃ 53°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 40°F | 0℃ 33°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 40°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.
Le Tour 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 14℃ 56°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°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
1cm to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers first, rain showers then light rain, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,809m 5,935ft to resort level.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
16cm to 27cm 6in to 11in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,869m 6,132ft to resort level.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,529m 5,016ft to 1,519m 4,984ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, thunderstorms, light rain later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Le Tour, 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 Le Tour, 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.
Le Tour Snow Forecast updated at 15:31 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Le Tour
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 77cm 30in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Argentière | 68cm 27in | 85cm 34in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 59cm 23in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 59cm 23in | 65cm 26in | |||||||
| Flaine | 51cm 20in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 51cm 20in | 52cm 20in | |||||||
| Megève | 49cm 19in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 45cm 18in | 48cm 19in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Tour
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Tour, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Tour, 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 Tour 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 Tour 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 Tour 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.