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Les Arcs Snow Forecast - 26th January 2025

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Les Arcs Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Les Arcs

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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Arcs, France for 16 days from 26 January.

Updated 26 January 2025 02:33 GMT.

Les Arcs Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected26 January
Next Snow Amount9cm3in
Next 48 Hours32cm13in
Next 7 Days38cm15in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Arcs.

Forecast for today in Les Arcs

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

1cm to 8cmup to 3in New Snow

Light SnowFogCloudCloud

Light snow, fog, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 1,459m4,787ft to resort level.

Powder Alert!

Updated 26 January 2025 02:42 GMT

Powder Possible :- 29cm11in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Les Arcs over the next 2 days.

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Les Arcs is reporting "Soft Snow".

Les Arcs Snow Report

Les Arcs Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths250cm98in
Lower Snow Depths70cm28in
Snow ConditionsSoft Snow
Last Snow10cm4in of Snow - 23 January
Avalanche Risk Level
The Avalanche Risk Level in Les Arcs was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Les Arcs 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Les Arcs from OpenMeteo
Sun
26
Mon
27
Tue
28
Wed
29
Thu
30
Fri
31
Sat
01
WindSW F2NW F2
3,230m10,597ft
-6℃21°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+8cm+3in
-4℃25°F
Light Snow
+19cm+8in
-8℃17°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm+2in
-8℃17°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+6cm+2in
-10℃15°F
Mixed
-12℃11°F
Clear
-7℃19°F
Clear
2,215m7,267ft
1℃34°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+9cm+3in
3℃37°F
Snow
+15cm+6in
-3℃27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm+2in
-3℃27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+6cm+3in
-4℃25°F
Mixed
-5℃22°F
Clear
-1℃30°F
Clear
1,200m3,937ft
6℃43°F
Cloud
+1cm
8℃46°F
Light Snow
2℃35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm+2in
0℃32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+6cm+2in
1℃33°F
Mixed
3℃37°F
Clear
5℃41°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 1,459m4,787ft
to 1,200m3,937ft

varying 2,399m7,871ft
to 1,269m4,163ft

varying 1,489m4,885ft
to 1,200m3,937ft

1,200m3,937ft

Max Town6℃43°F8℃46°F2℃35°F0℃32°F1℃33°F3℃37°F5℃41°F
Min Town-1℃30°F2℃35°F-2℃27°F-2℃27°F-3℃27°F-4℃25°F-4℃25°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.

Les Arcs 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

1cm to 8cmup to 3in New Snow

Light SnowFogCloudCloud

Light snow, fog, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 1,459m4,787ft to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
27

up to 19cmup to 8in New Snow

Lt RainLt RainLight SnowLight Snow

Light rain early, then light snow at altitude later.

Snow Line from 2,399m7,871ft to 1,269m4,163ft, with rain below.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
28

5cm2in New Snow

MixedMixedCloudLight Snow

Clear spells, cloudy, light snow later.

Snow Line from 1,489m4,885ft to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
29

6cm2in New Snow

Light SnowFogClearMixed

Light snow first, fog then clear sky, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
30

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedMixed

Cloudy early, then clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
31

Snow unlikely

MixedClearClearClear

Clear spells early, then clear sky later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
01

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

This Snow Forecast for Les Arcs, 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 Les Arcs, 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.

Les Arcs Snow Forecast updated at 02:33 GMT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Les Arcs

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Les Arcs
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSunMonTueWedThuFriSat 7 Day
Arc 180036cm14in 42cm17in
Arc 195033cm13in 38cm15in
Arc 200030cm12in 36cm14in
Paradiski30cm12in 36cm14in
Peisey-Vallandry29cm11in 35cm14in
Arc 160028cm11in 34cm13in
Les Houches25cm10in 34cm13in
Val Thorens26cm10in 34cm14in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Arcs

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