Plagne Soleil Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 30 April 2026 20:45 BST
Snow Forecast for Plagne Soleil
Snow and Weather from 1 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Plagne Soleil Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Soleil?
| Next Snow Expected | 4 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 9cm 3in |
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Forecast for today in Plagne Soleil
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Plagne Soleil are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Fri 01 | Sat 02 | Sun 03 | Mon 04 | Tue 05 | Wed 06 | Thu 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 | 0℃ 31°F
+1cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +6cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +3cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
+3cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
|
| 2,650m 8,694ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
|
| 2,050m 6,726ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,619m 8,593ft | varying 2,696m 8,845ft | varying 2,404m 7,887ft | varying 2,281m 7,484ft | |||
| Max Town | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 50°F | 8℃ 45°F | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 41°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°F | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 31°F | -1℃ 29°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.
Snow Forecast near Plagne Soleil
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 1cm - | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 1cm - | 49cm 19in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 1cm - | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 1cm - | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 1cm - | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 1cm - | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Plagne Montalbert | 1cm - | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | 1cm - | 27cm 10in |
Snow Reliability
Plagne Soleil enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 200 cm during peak season. For the latest updates on snow conditions and depth, check J2Ski for the most accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Soleil
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Soleil, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Soleil, 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 Soleil 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 Soleil 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 Soleil 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.