Vars Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Vars
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This is the Snow Forecast for Vars, France for 15 days from 18 April.
Updated 17 April 2025 23:38 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 20 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 12cm 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Vars.
Forecast for today in Vars
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Vars has 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Vars Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 70cm 28in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Vars was reported as 4 (High) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Vars 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,750m 9,022ft | 1℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
 +3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+6cm +2in
|
| SE F3 | S F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 40°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
|
| SE F3 | |||||||
| 1,650m 5,413ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,389m 7,838ft | varying 2,249m 7,379ft | varying 1,959m 6,427ft | varying 2,019m 6,624ft | varying 1,899m 6,230ft | ||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 51°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 5℃ 41°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 33°F | 0℃ 33°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°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.
Vars 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 11℃ 51°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,389m 7,838ft to 2,359m 7,740ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°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
Light rain first, light snow showers at altitude then fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,249m 7,379ft to 1,869m 6,132ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°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
Mon
21
up to 1cm New Snow
Fair first, cloudy then rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,959m 6,427ft to 1,799m 5,902ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair, clear spells, snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,019m 6,624ft to 1,819m 5,968ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,899m 6,230ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Vars, 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 Vars, 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.
Vars Snow Forecast updated at 23:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Vars
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abriès | 14cm 5in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 9cm 4in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Les Orres | 4cm 2in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| La Forêt Blanche | 5cm 2in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Risoul | 5cm 2in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 5cm 2in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 5cm 2in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Crévoux | - | 5cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vars
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Vars, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Vars, 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 Vars 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 Vars 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 Vars 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.