Val d'Isère Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère
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This is the Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère, France for 15 days from 10 May.
Updated 09 May 2025 23:34 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val d'Isère.
Forecast for today in Val d'Isère
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, light rain showers later.
Val d'Isère has 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Val d'Isère Snow Report
Snow report from La Plagne ( 11km 7 miles from Val d'Isère)
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 24 April |
Val d'Isère 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F3 | ||||||
| 3,450m 11,319ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -3℃ 27°F
 | -4℃ 25°F
 +3cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 29°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 38°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 1,550m 5,085ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 8℃ 45°F
 | 9℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,589m 8,494ft | varying 2,489m 8,166ft | varying 2,589m 8,494ft | varying 2,679m 8,789ft | |||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 12℃ 54°F | 8℃ 45°F | 9℃ 49°F | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 49°F | 12℃ 53°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 42°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 41°F | 7℃ 44°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 d'Isère 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 13℃ 55°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, light rain showers later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,489m 8,166ft to 2,209m 7,247ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
13
up to 1cm New Snow
Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,589m 8,494ft to 2,339m 7,674ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
14
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then fair, clear spells later.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, light rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,679m 8,789ft to 2,529m 8,297ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère, 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 d'Isère, 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 d'Isère Snow Forecast updated at 23:34 BST, next update expected 02:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Val d'Isère
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tignes | 11cm 4in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 9cm 3in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 6cm 2in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Méribel | 6cm 2in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 5cm 2in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 5cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Espace Killy | 5cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 4cm 2in | 5cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val d'Isère
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Val d'Isère, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Val d'Isère, 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 d'Isère 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 d'Isère 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 d'Isère 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.