Valmorel Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Valmorel
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This is the Snow Forecast for Valmorel, France for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 23:33 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 15cm 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 50cm 20in |
| Next 7 Days | 56cm 22in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Valmorel.
Forecast for today in Valmorel
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
8cm to 17cm 3in to 7in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light snow at altitude, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 23:39 BST
Powder Possible :- 47cm 19in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Valmorel over the next 2 days.
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Valmorel Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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Valmorel 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 2,550m 8,366ft | 6℃ 43°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
+17cm +7in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +32cm +13in
| 0℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
 +1cm +1in
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 1,975m 6,480ft | 10℃ 49°F
| 5℃ 42°F
+15cm +6in
| -2℃ 29°F
+32cm +13in
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 44°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+1cm
|
| 1,400m 4,593ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 9℃ 48°F
+8cm +3in
| 1℃ 34°F
+26cm +10in
| 7℃ 45°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,279m 7,477ft | varying 2,219m 7,280ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | varying 1,859m 6,099ft | varying 1,789m 5,869ft | |
| Max Town | 15℃ 59°F | 9℃ 48°F | 1℃ 34°F | 7℃ 45°F | 13℃ 55°F | 10℃ 50°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 45°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 30°F | 0℃ 31°F | 4℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°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.
Valmorel 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 9℃ 48°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
8cm to 17cm 3in to 7in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light snow at altitude, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to resort level.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
26cm to 32cm 10in to 13in New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,859m 6,099ft to 1,759m 5,771ft , 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
Mon
21
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,789m 5,869ft to 1,729m 5,673ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°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
Tue
22
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 2,299m 7,543ft to 2,119m 6,952ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Valmorel, 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 Valmorel, 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.
Valmorel Snow Forecast updated at 23:33 BST, next update expected 02:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Valmorel
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tignes | 75cm 29in | 88cm 35in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 68cm 27in | 74cm 29in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 57cm 22in | 67cm 26in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 54cm 21in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 52cm 20in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Doucy-Combelouvière | 56cm 22in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 52cm 21in | 57cm 22in | |||||||
| Valmorel | 50cm 20in | 56cm 22in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valmorel
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Valmorel, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Valmorel, 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 Valmorel 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 Valmorel 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 Valmorel 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.