Les Bottières Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 08 November 2026 06:41 GMT
Snow Forecast for Les Bottières
Snow and Weather from 8 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Les Bottières Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Les Bottières?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 23cm 9in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
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Forecast for today in Les Bottières
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
08
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Les Bottières are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sun 08 | Mon 09 | Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,620m 8,596ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 +1cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 |
| 1,960m 6,430ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 6℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 13℃ 55°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,085m 6,841ft | varying 2,362m 7,749ft | varying 2,315m 7,595ft | varying 2,315m 7,595ft | varying 2,223m 7,293ft | varying 1,900m 6,234ft | |
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 13℃ 56°F | 14℃ 57°F | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 54°F | 10℃ 50°F | 13℃ 55°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 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.
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Snow Forecast near Les Bottières
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d'Huez | 21cm 8in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 16cm 6in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Méribel | 4cm 2in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 4cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 4cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| St Sorlin d'Arves | 2cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| La Toussuire | 2cm 1in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 2cm 1in | 4cm 1in |
How reliable is the snow in Les Bottières?
Les Bottières enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of up to 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check out J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Bottières
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Bottières, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Bottières, 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 Bottières 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 Bottières 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 Bottières 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.