The Milky Way Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for The Milky Way
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for The Milky Way, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 19:37 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 32cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 40cm 16in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Milky Way.
Forecast for today in The Milky Way
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,459m 8,068ft to 2,029m 6,657ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 22:35 BST
Powder Possible :- 25cm 10in of Fresh Snow is forecast for The Milky Way over the next 2 days.
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Serre Chevalier ( 6km 4 miles from The Milky Way) is reporting "Hard".
The Milky Way Snow Report
Snow report from Serre Chevalier ( 6km 4 miles from The Milky Way)
| Upper Snow Depths | 108cm 43in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 35cm 14in |
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
| Last Snow | 10cm 4in of Snow - 15 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Serre Chevalier was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
The Milky Way 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | SE F3 | |||
| 2,840m 9,318ft | 2℃ 36°F
 +5cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +8cm +3in
| -2℃ 28°F
+19cm +8in
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +4cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
|
| SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,095m 6,873ft | 7℃ 45°F
+4cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +2in
| 1℃ 35°F
+18cm +7in
| 8℃ 47°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+4cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,459m 8,068ft | varying 2,329m 7,641ft | varying 2,189m 7,182ft | varying 2,199m 7,215ft | varying 2,129m 6,985ft | 1,799m 5,902ft | |
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 46°F | 13℃ 55°F | 7℃ 45°F | 11℃ 52°F | 12℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°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.
The Milky Way Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,459m 8,068ft to 2,029m 6,657ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,329m 7,641ft to 1,739m 5,705ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 19cm up to 8in New Snow
Snow at altitude, light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,189m 7,182ft to 1,639m 5,377ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,199m 7,215ft to 2,019m 6,624ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,129m 6,985ft to 1,809m 5,935ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to 1,799m 5,902ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for The Milky Way, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in The Milky Way, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
The Milky Way Snow Forecast updated at 19:37 BST, next update expected 01:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near The Milky Way
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sestrière | 51cm 20in | 72cm 28in | |||||||
| Val Cenis | 76cm 30in | 99cm 39in | |||||||
| Sansicario | 76cm 30in | 91cm 36in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | 53cm 21in | 78cm 31in | |||||||
| Valloire | 54cm 21in | 65cm 26in | |||||||
| Bardonecchia | 51cm 20in | 65cm 26in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 44cm 17in | 56cm 22in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 42cm 17in | 53cm 21in |
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.