Alpe d'Huez Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez
This is the Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, France for 16 days from 14 November.
Updated 13 November 2025 22:31 PST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alpe d'Huez.
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Alpe d'Huez Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Alpe d'Huez?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 7in |
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Forecast for today in Alpe d'Huez
Max 52°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 14 November 2025 00:37 PST
Powder Possible :- 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Alpe d'Huez over the next 3 days.
Alpe d'Huez is reporting "Hard".
Alpe d'Huez Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
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| Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | SE F2 | |||||
| 10,925ft | 36°F
| 29°F
 +1in
| 26°F
 +3in
| 17°F
+3in
| 13°F
 | 26°F
| 25°F
+1in
|
| SE F5 | SE F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||
| 8,514ft | 42°F
| 37°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 27°F
+5in
| 26°F
| 35°F
| 33°F
|
| SE F3 | |||||||
| 6,102ft | 52°F
| 46°F
 | 43°F
| 35°F
 +1in
| 33°F
| 32°F
| 30°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,002ft | varying 8,363ft | varying 6,591ft | 6,102ft | |||
| Max Town | 52°F | 46°F | 43°F | 35°F | 33°F | 32°F | 30°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 37°F | 36°F | 24°F | 24°F | 26°F | 25°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.
Alpe d'Huez 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 52°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 46°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers first, clear spells then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 8,002ft to 7,608ft, with rain below.
Max 43°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light rain showers, light snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 8,363ft to 6,854ft, with rain below.
Max 35°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
1in to 3in New Snow
Clear spells first, light snow showers then heavy snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 6,591ft to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 24°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 32°F
Min 26°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 26°F and not getting above 32°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 30°F
Min 25°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 25°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
up to 1in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, 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 Alpe d'Huez, on any given trail 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.
Alpe d'Huez Snow Forecast updated at 22:31 PST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Alpe d'Huez
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villard Reculas | 2in | 11in | |||||||
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 2in | 11in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 4in | 8in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 3in | 8in | |||||||
| Auris-en-Oisans | - | 7in | |||||||
| Oz-en-Oisans | 1in | 7in | |||||||
| La Grave | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Valloire | 1in | 5in |
Snow Reliability
Alpe d'Huez generally experiences reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of 400 cm per season. Snow depths are typically good from December to April, so check J2Ski for the latest snow reports.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alpe d'Huez
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alpe d'Huez, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alpe d'Huez, 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 Alpe d'Huez 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 Alpe d'Huez 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 Alpe d'Huez 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.