Risoul Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Risoul
This is the Snow and Weather for Risoul from 12 February.
Updated 11 February 2026 19:48 GMT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Risoul.
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Risoul Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Risoul?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 20cm 8in |
| Next 48 Hours | 25cm 10in |
| Next 7 Days | 54cm 21in |
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Forecast for today in Risoul
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
16cm to 17cm 6in to 7in New Snow
Heavy snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,788m 5,866ft to resort level ( 1,650m 5,413ft ).
Forecast times for Risoul are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 February 2026 00:43 GMT
Powder Possible :- 25cm 10in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Risoul over the next 2 days.
Risoul is reporting "Fresh Snow".*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Risoul Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 149cm 59in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 108cm 43in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
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| Last Snow | 2cm 1in of Snow - 10 February |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Risoul was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,750m 9,022ft | -7℃ 20°F
+17cm +7in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +2cm +1in
| -5℃ 22°F
+5cm +2in
| -7℃ 20°F
| -7℃ 19°F
+10cm +4in
| -10℃ 15°F
 +4cm +2in
| -5℃ 22°F
+6cm +2in
|
| 2,200m 7,218ft | -3℃ 27°F
+20cm +8in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+4cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+12cm +5in
| -3℃ 27°F
+6cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
+8cm +3in
|
| 1,650m 5,413ft | 2℃ 36°F
+16cm +6in
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+10cm +4in
| 1℃ 33°F
+9cm +3in
| 3℃ 38°F
+4cm +2in
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| Snow Line | varying 1,788m 5,866ft | 1,650m 5,413ft | varying 1,819m 5,968ft | varying 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,650m 5,413ft | varying 1,927m 6,322ft | |
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | 5℃ 40°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 26°F | -12℃ 11°F | -4℃ 24°F | -13℃ 8°F | -6℃ 20°F | -10℃ 14°F | -12℃ 11°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 Risoul
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puy Saint Vincent | 37cm 15in | 71cm 28in | |||||||
| La Forêt Blanche | 25cm 10in | 55cm 22in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 26cm 10in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Clavière | 26cm 10in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 25cm 10in | 47cm 19in | |||||||
| Vars | 24cm 10in | 47cm 18in | |||||||
| Sestrière | 26cm 10in | 47cm 18in | |||||||
| Les Orres | 22cm 8in | 45cm 18in |
Snow Reliability
Risoul typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 50 to 150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check out J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Risoul
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Risoul, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Risoul, 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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.