Villard Reculas Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas
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This is the Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas, France for 15 days from 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 23:36 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 17cm 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 27cm 10in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Villard Reculas.
Forecast for today in Villard Reculas
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) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 9cm up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,309m 7,575ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Alpe d'Huez (near Villard Reculas) is reporting “Hard” with 17cm 7in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Villard Reculas Snow Report
Snow report from Alpe d'Huez (near Villard Reculas)
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
Villard Reculas 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | -3℃ 27°F
 +9cm +4in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +8cm +3in
| -4℃ 25°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+7cm +3in
|
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +3cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 | 8℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 14℃ 58°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,309m 7,575ft | varying 2,029m 6,657ft | 2,009m 6,591ft | varying 2,089m 6,854ft | varying 2,529m 8,297ft | varying 2,629m 8,625ft | |
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 50°F | 10℃ 51°F | 14℃ 58°F | 16℃ 60°F | 14℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 40°F | 4℃ 40°F | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 48°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.
Villard Reculas 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 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 9cm up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,309m 7,575ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,029m 6,657ft to 1,809m 5,935ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 10℃ 51°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,089m 6,854ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, fair later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then thunderstorms, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,629m 8,625ft to 2,479m 8,133ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas, 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 Villard Reculas, 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.
Villard Reculas Snow Forecast updated at 23:36 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Villard Reculas
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grave | 19cm 7in | 42cm 16in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 12cm 5in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 20cm 8in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 20cm 8in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 17cm 7in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 7cm 3in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 12cm 5in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Oz-en-Oisans | 15cm 6in | 17cm 7in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Villard Reculas
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Villard Reculas, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Villard Reculas, 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 Villard Reculas 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 Villard Reculas 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 Villard Reculas 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.