The Milky Way Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 May 2026 20:40 BST
Snow Forecast for The Milky Way
Snow and Weather from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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The Milky Way Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in The Milky Way?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in The Milky Way
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, fair, clear sky later.
Forecast times for The Milky Way are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,840m 9,318ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | -1℃ 31°F
 +1cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 42°F
|
| 2,095m 6,873ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 10℃ 51°F
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 13℃ 56°F
 | 14℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 61°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,181m 7,156ft | varying 2,642m 8,668ft | varying 2,673m 8,770ft | ||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 56°F | 14℃ 58°F | 10℃ 51°F | 10℃ 50°F | 10℃ 49°F | 15℃ 58°F | 16℃ 61°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 37°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 The Milky Way
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val Cenis | 9cm 3in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Valloire | 7cm 3in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 7cm 3in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 3cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Risoul | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Bardonecchia | 3cm 1in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 1cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
The resort typically enjoys a reliable snow depth, with average snowfall ranging from 200 to 400 cm annually. To ensure optimal conditions, skiers should check the latest snow information on J2Ski before planning their visit.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Milky Way
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Milky Way, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Milky Way, 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 The Milky Way 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 The Milky Way 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 The Milky Way 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.