Les Deux Alpes Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Deux Alpes
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Deux Alpes, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 09:33 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 51cm 20in |
| Next 7 Days | 69cm 27in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Deux Alpes.
Forecast for today in Les Deux Alpes
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,689m 8,822ft to 2,159m 7,083ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 11:39 BST
Powder Possible :- 34cm 13in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Les Deux Alpes over the next 2 days.
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Les Deux Alpes is reporting "Fresh Snow(High), Wet(Low)".
Les Deux Alpes Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 210cm 83in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 15cm 6in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow High Wet Low |
| Last Snow | 10cm 4in of Snow - 15 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Les Deux Alpes was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Les Deux Alpes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 3,600m 11,811ft | -1℃ 30°F
 +8cm +3in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +28cm +11in
| -9℃ 16°F
 +15cm +6in
| -4℃ 25°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
 | -4℃ 24°F
+17cm +7in
| -4℃ 25°F
|
| S F3 | SE F3 | E F2 | |||||
| 2,450m 8,038ft | 6℃ 42°F
 +2cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+16cm +6in
| 2℃ 35°F
+16cm +6in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+12cm +5in
| 4℃ 39°F
|
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| 11℃ 52°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,689m 8,822ft | varying 2,199m 7,215ft | varying 1,469m 4,820ft | varying 2,379m 7,805ft | |||
| Max Town | 15℃ 59°F | 8℃ 47°F | 4℃ 39°F | 11℃ 52°F | 13℃ 55°F | 9℃ 47°F | 11℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 45°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 32°F | 2℃ 35°F | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°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 Deux Alpes 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 15℃ 59°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,689m 8,822ft to 2,159m 7,083ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 28cm up to 11in New Snow
Rain showers, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,199m 7,215ft to 1,359m 4,459ft , with rain below.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
3cm to 15cm 1in to 6in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,469m 4,820ft to resort level.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 17cm up to 7in New Snow
Light rain first, light rain showers then light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,379m 7,805ft to 1,699m 5,574ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Les Deux Alpes, 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 Deux Alpes, 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 Deux Alpes Snow Forecast updated at 09:33 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Les Deux Alpes
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaujany | 56cm 22in | 64cm 25in | |||||||
| Grande Galaxie | 44cm 17in | 63cm 25in | |||||||
| Valloire | 53cm 21in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 48cm 19in | 59cm 23in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 47cm 19in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 48cm 19in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 44cm 17in | 52cm 20in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 39cm 15in | 49cm 19in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Deux Alpes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Deux Alpes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Deux Alpes, 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 Deux Alpes 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 Deux Alpes 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 Deux Alpes 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.