Val Cenis Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Val Cenis
This is the Snow and Weather for Val Cenis from 13 February.
Updated 13 February 2026 18:47 GMT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val Cenis.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Val Cenis Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Val Cenis?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 15cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 72cm 29in |
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Forecast for today in Val Cenis
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 23°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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1cm to 2cm 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,400m 4,593ft ).
Forecast times for Val Cenis are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 13 February 2026 21:36 GMT
Powder Possible :- 15cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Val Cenis over the next 2 days.
La Plagne ( 22km 14 miles from Val Cenis) is reporting "Fresh Snow".*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Val Cenis Snow Report
Snow report from La Plagne ( 22km 14 miles from Val Cenis)
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
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| Last Snow | 99cm 39in of Snow - 13 February |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in La Plagne was reported as 4 (High) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,800m 9,186ft | -5℃ 22°F
 +2cm +1in
| -6℃ 21°F
 +4cm +1in
| -7℃ 19°F
 +12cm +5in
| -9℃ 16°F
 +33cm +13in
| -13℃ 9°F
+12cm +5in
| -3℃ 26°F
 | -8℃ 17°F
+17cm +7in
|
| 2,100m 6,890ft | -2℃ 29°F
+1cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+4cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
+10cm +4in
| -4℃ 25°F
+27cm +10in
| -8℃ 18°F
+11cm +4in
| 1℃ 34°F
| -3℃ 26°F
+16cm +6in
|
| 1,400m 4,593ft | 3℃ 37°F
+1cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+10cm +4in
| 1℃ 33°F
+27cm +10in
| -3℃ 26°F
+11cm +4in
| 5℃ 42°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+16cm +6in
|
| Snow Line | 1,400m 4,593ft | varying 1,754m 5,755ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | |
| Max Town | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 1℃ 33°F | -3℃ 26°F | 5℃ 42°F | 1℃ 34°F |
| Min Town | -5℃ 23°F | -1℃ 29°F | -5℃ 23°F | -3℃ 26°F | -7℃ 20°F | -8℃ 18°F | -4℃ 24°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 Val Cenis
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courchevel | 22cm 9in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Tignes | 22cm 9in | 91cm 36in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 22cm 9in | 90cm 36in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 21cm 8in | 90cm 35in | |||||||
| Méribel | 21cm 8in | 90cm 35in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 21cm 8in | 90cm 35in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 21cm 8in | 89cm 35in |
Snow Reliability
Val Cenis typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100-150 cm throughout the season. Snowfall is consistent, and the high elevation helps minimize snowmelt. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val Cenis
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Val Cenis, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Val Cenis, 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 Val Cenis 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 Val Cenis 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 Val Cenis 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.