Villard Reculas Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 03 May 2026 08:40 BST
Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas
Snow and Weather from 3 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Villard Reculas Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Villard Reculas?
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
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Forecast for today in Villard Reculas
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
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Cloudy.
Forecast times for Villard Reculas are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sun 03 | Mon 04 | Tue 05 | Wed 06 | Thu 07 | Fri 08 | Sat 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 +6cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +7cm +3in
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
| 4℃ 38°F
 |
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 13℃ 56°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 17℃ 63°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,588m 8,491ft | varying 3,050m 10,007ft | varying 2,973m 9,754ft | varying 2,527m 8,291ft | varying 2,865m 9,400ft | 3,065m 10,056ft | varying 3,019m 9,905ft |
| Max Town | 15℃ 59°F | 13℃ 56°F | 13℃ 55°F | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 54°F | 14℃ 58°F | 17℃ 63°F |
| Min Town | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 46°F | 6℃ 43°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 37°F | 8℃ 46°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 Villard Reculas
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 29cm 11in | 47cm 19in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 18cm 7in | 42cm 16in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 20cm 8in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 9cm 4in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| La Grave | 16cm 6in | 35cm 14in | |||||||
| Oz-en-Oisans | 7cm 3in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 13cm 5in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Valloire | 11cm 4in | 19cm 7in |
Snow Reliability
Villard Reculas typically sees snow depths ranging from 100 to 300 cm throughout the season, with reliable snowfall from December to April. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
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.