Plagne 1800 Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 03 May 2026 01:47 BST
Snow Forecast for Plagne 1800
Snow and Weather from 3 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Plagne 1800 Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne 1800?
| Next Snow Expected | 4 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Plagne 1800
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Forecast times for Plagne 1800 are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sun 03 | Mon 04 | Tue 05 | Wed 06 | Thu 07 | Fri 08 | Sat 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | 0℃ 31°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +7cm +3in
| -3℃ 27°F
+6cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
|
| 2,525m 8,284ft | 4℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 38°F
+4cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
+4cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| 1,800m 5,906ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 10℃ 50°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 51°F
+1cm
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 56°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,954m 9,692ft | varying 3,108m 10,197ft | varying 2,692m 8,832ft | varying 3,154m 10,348ft | 1,800m 5,906ft | varying 3,215m 10,548ft | |
| Max Town | 13℃ 56°F | 11℃ 52°F | 10℃ 50°F | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 51°F | 14℃ 57°F | 13℃ 56°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | -3℃ 27°F | 0℃ 32°F | -3℃ 27°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.
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Snow Forecast near Plagne 1800
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champagny en Vanoise | 23cm 9in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 19cm 7in | 39cm 15in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 10cm 4in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 10cm 4in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 16cm 6in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 12cm 5in | 39cm 15in | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | 10cm 4in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 11cm 4in | 29cm 12in |
Snow Reliability
Plagne 1800 boasts excellent snow reliability, with a typical snow depth of up to 3 meters during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check the information available on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne 1800
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne 1800, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne 1800, 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 Plagne 1800 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 Plagne 1800 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 Plagne 1800 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.