France Snow Forecasts and Reports for French Ski Resorts
Where is there snow in France?
Powder Alert!
Updated 25 March 06:57:55 PDT
Powder Alarms and Snow Storm Warnings have been issued for at least 27 ski areas including Chamonix, Les Arcs, Les Menuires, Méribel and Tignes.
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When will it next snow in France?
Snow is next forecast to fall in France over the next 2 days, in at least 50 Ski Resorts including Chamonix, Flaine, Les Arcs, Méribel and Val Thorens.
How much snow is there in France?
The deepest reported snow in France is in Arc 1800, which reports snow depths of 126in on upper slopes and 18in lower down.
When did it last snow in France?
Recent snow reports indicate that it snowed in France today (25 March), in at least 21 Ski Resorts including Chamonix, Flaine, La Plagne, Tignes and Val Thorens.
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Top French Ski Resorts by Forecast Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| La Rosière | 7in |
| Les Arcs | 7in |
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 8in |
| Peisey-Vallandry | 7in |
| Flaine | 6in |
| Les Contamines | 6in |
| Samoëns | 6in |
| Brides-les-Bains | 9in |
| La Tania | 9in |
| Les Menuires | 9in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Top French Ski Resorts by Snow Depth
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Avoriaz | 126in |
| Châtel | 126in |
| Les Arcs | 126in |
| Montriond | 126in |
| Peisey-Vallandry | 126in |
| La Plagne | 120in |
| Champagny en Vanoise | 116in |
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 116in |
| Bolquère Pyrénées 2000 | 110in |
| Flaine | 110in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
French Ski Resorts - Forecast Snow Comparison
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in France - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
N.B. The above table shows only the top 60 French ski resorts; please use the Map in the menu above or the links below to see regions of France.
The French snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
Off Piste and Avalanche Safety
Ski Safe : If you intend to ski or snowboard out of bounds in France, you must check conditions locally before doing so. Always check the Avalanche Risk Level and carry appropriate avalanche safety equipment at all times.
French Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
Rhône-Alpes Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| La Rosière | 7in |
| Les Arcs | 7in |
| Flaine | 6in |
| La Tania | 9in |
| Les Menuires | 9in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| La Grave | 9in |
| Puy Saint Vincent | 7in |
| Serre Chevalier | 5in |
| Montgenèvre | 3in |
| Les Deux Alpes | 5in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Midi-Pyrénées Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Ax les Thermes | - |
| Barèges | - |
| Ascou Pailhères | - |
| Luchon - Superbagnères | 1in |
| Le Mourtis | - |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Languedoc-Roussillon Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Puyvalador | - |
| Le Bleymard | 1in |
| Cambre d'Aze | - |
| Font Romeu | - |
| La Croix de Bauzon | - |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Franche-Comté Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Les Rousses | 1in |
| Lamoura | 1in |
| Entre-Les-Fourgs | 1in |
| Jougne | 1in |
| Morbier | 1in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
