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 27 April.
Updated 27 April 2025 09:30 BST.
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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 14℃ 56°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Les Deux Alpes is reporting “Fresh Snow(High), Soft Snow(Low)” with 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Deux Alpes Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 285cm 112in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 10cm 4in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow High Soft Snow Low |
| Last Snow | 10cm 4in of Snow - 24 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Les Deux Alpes was reported as 2 (Moderate) 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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| Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,600m 11,811ft | -2℃ 28°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
|
| 2,450m 8,038ft | 5℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 50°F
|
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 14℃ 56°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 19℃ 65°F
| 18℃ 64°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,459m 8,068ft | 2,649m 8,691ft | varying 2,649m 8,691ft | varying 2,729m 8,953ft | |||
| Max Town | 14℃ 56°F | 15℃ 60°F | 14℃ 57°F | 15℃ 60°F | 17℃ 63°F | 19℃ 65°F | 18℃ 64°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 7℃ 45°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 49°F | 11℃ 51°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 14℃ 56°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 15℃ 60°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
29
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,649m 8,691ft to 2,569m 8,428ft , with rain below.
Max 15℃ 60°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
30
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear sky, light rain showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,729m 8,953ft to 2,699m 8,855ft , with rain below.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 19℃ 65°F
Min 10℃ 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 49°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
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 09:30 BST, next update expected 12:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Les Deux Alpes
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grande Galaxie | 6cm 2in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 4cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 3cm 1in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 1cm - | 1cm - |
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.