Val Cenis Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Val Cenis
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Val Cenis, France for 16 days from 5 July.
Updated 05 July 2025 21:32 BST.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Val Cenis. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val Cenis.
Forecast for today in Val Cenis
Max 27℃ 80°F
Min 13℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 27℃ 80°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
Val Cenis has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Val Cenis Snow Report
Snow report from La Plagne ( 22km 14 miles from Val Cenis)
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Val Cenis 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 2,800m 9,186ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 11℃ 52°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 56°F
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| SW F2 | W F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 22℃ 71°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 19℃ 66°F
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| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 1,400m 4,593ft | 27℃ 80°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 19℃ 67°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 21℃ 70°F
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| Snow Line | 2,559m 8,396ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 27℃ 80°F | 22℃ 72°F | 17℃ 63°F | 13℃ 56°F | 19℃ 67°F | 21℃ 70°F | 21℃ 70°F |
| Min Town | 13℃ 56°F | 11℃ 51°F | 8℃ 47°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 50°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.
Val Cenis 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 27℃ 80°F
Min 13℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 27℃ 80°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then light rain later.
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
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Light rain, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 19℃ 67°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 21℃ 70°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 21℃ 70°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Val Cenis, 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 Val Cenis, 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.
Val Cenis Snow Forecast updated at 21:32 BST, next update expected 00:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Val Cenis
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tignes | 6cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 3cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Méribel | 1cm - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 1cm - | 1cm - |
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.