Plagne Centre Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 16 April 2026 02:44 BST
Snow Forecast for Plagne Centre
Snow and Weather from 16 April.
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 Centre Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Centre?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in Plagne Centre
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Forecast times for Plagne Centre are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Thu 16 | Fri 17 | Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | -1℃ 30°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| -2℃ 28°F
 +1cm
| -6℃ 21°F
+2cm +1in
| -6℃ 22°F
 +1cm
|
| 2,610m 8,563ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
|
| 1,970m 6,463ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +4cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,216m 10,551ft | varying 2,693m 8,835ft | varying 2,062m 6,765ft | varying 2,108m 6,916ft | |||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 51°F | 11℃ 52°F | 10℃ 51°F | 7℃ 45°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 29°F | -1℃ 31°F | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 26°F | -6℃ 22°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 Centre
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montchavin-Les Coches | - | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | - | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Plagne Montalbert | - | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | - | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | - | 11cm 4in |
Snow Reliability
Plagne Centre enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically with a snow depth of 100-300 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow information and forecasts, check J2Ski for up-to-date insights on conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Centre
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Centre, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Centre, 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 Centre 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 Centre 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 Centre 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.