Alpe d'Huez Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez
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This is the Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, France for 16 days from 22 April.
Updated 22 April 2025 01:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 23 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alpe d'Huez.
Forecast for today in Alpe d'Huez
Max 50°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Alpe d'Huez is reporting “Hard(High)” with 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alpe d'Huez Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard High |
Alpe d'Huez 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 10,925ft | 33°F
| 30°F
 +1in
| 26°F
| 29°F
| 34°F
+2in
| 24°F
 +2in
| 29°F
|
| SE F2 | NE F2 | ||||||
| 8,514ft | 36°F
| 34°F
+1in
| 34°F
| 37°F
| 43°F
 | 33°F
+2in
| 37°F
|
| 6,102ft | 50°F
| 48°F
+1in
| 45°F
| 48°F
| 51°F
| 45°F
| 49°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,854ft | 6,102ft | varying 8,330ft | varying 7,477ft | varying 8,068ft | ||
| Max Town | 50°F | 48°F | 45°F | 48°F | 51°F | 45°F | 49°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 33°F | 32°F | 31°F | 37°F | 36°F | 36°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 50°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 48°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
1in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then snow showers at altitude, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 6,854ft to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 48°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 51°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
up to 2in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 8,330ft to 7,608ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain first, light snow at altitude then cloudy, fair later.
Snow Line from 7,477ft to 7,018ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Fair, light rain showers, clear spells later.
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 01:33 PDT, next update expected 04:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Alpe d'Huez
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villard Reculas | 4in | 13in | |||||||
| La Grave | 4in | 12in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 1in | 11in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 4in | 11in | |||||||
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 2in | 10in | |||||||
| Oz-en-Oisans | 5in | 8in | |||||||
| Valloire | 3in | 7in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | 1in | 5in |
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.