Tignes Val Claret Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 November 2026 19:45 GMT
Snow Forecast for Tignes Val Claret
Snow and Weather from 12 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Tignes Val Claret Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tignes Val Claret?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 12cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 94cm 37in |
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Forecast for today in Tignes Val Claret
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
up to 12cm up to 5in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, heavy snow showers at altitude, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,438m 7,999ft to 2,115m 6,939ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Tignes Val Claret are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 November 2026 22:45 GMT
Powder Possible :- 14cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Tignes Val Claret over the next 2 days.
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | ||||||
| 3,450m 11,319ft | -5℃ 24°F
+12cm +5in
| -7℃ 19°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 19°F
 | -6℃ 22°F
 +1cm
| -8℃ 18°F
+9cm +3in
| -6℃ 21°F
+21cm +8in
| -9℃ 16°F
 +38cm +15in
|
| NW F3 | |||||||
| 2,775m 9,104ft | 0℃ 31°F
+12cm +5in
| -3℃ 27°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 26°F
+9cm +3in
| -1℃ 29°F
+21cm +8in
| -4℃ 24°F
+38cm +15in
|
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 4℃ 39°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
+9cm +4in
| 3℃ 38°F
+15cm +6in
| 0℃ 31°F
+34cm +13in
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| Snow Line | varying 2,438m 7,999ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | varying 2,315m 7,595ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | |
| Max Town | 4℃ 39°F | 1℃ 34°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 0℃ 31°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 35°F | -6℃ 21°F | -7℃ 20°F | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 28°F | -8℃ 18°F | -4℃ 25°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 Tignes Val Claret
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Arcs | 14cm 6in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Tignes Les Brévières | 13cm 5in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 16cm 6in | 95cm 37in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 15cm 6in | 95cm 38in | |||||||
| Tignes | 15cm 6in | 95cm 38in | |||||||
| Tignes Le Lac | 14cm 6in | 94cm 37in | |||||||
| Tignes Les Boisses | 17cm 7in | 92cm 36in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 17cm 7in | 92cm 36in |
How reliable is the snow in Tignes Val Claret?
Val Claret's altitude, sitting above 2100m and backed by the Grande Motte glacier reaching 3656m, gives it some of the most dependable snow cover in the Alps. Natural snowfall is generally reliable through the season, and the glacier itself often allows skiing into the summer months. Snowmelt at these altitudes is slower than lower resorts, helping preserve base depths well into spring. As with any resort, conditions vary year to year, so it's worth checking J2Ski's snow reports for the latest depths and recent snowfall before you travel.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tignes Val Claret
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tignes Val Claret, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tignes Val Claret, 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 Tignes Val Claret 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 Tignes Val Claret 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 Tignes Val Claret 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.