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Arc 1600 Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Arc 1600 Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 00:40 PDT

Snow Forecast for Arc 1600

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Arc 1600 Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Arc 1600?

Arc 1600 Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (7,923ft)
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount3in
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days5in
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Forecast for today in Arc 1600

Max 56°F
Min 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 56°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudCloud

Fair early, then cloudy later.

Forecast times for Arc 1600 are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Arc 1600 from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Wind
10,597ft
37°F
Cloud
33°F
Cloud
27°F
Snow
+1in
28°F
Snow
+4in
22°F
Snow
+2in
32°F
Clear
31°F
Cloud
7,923ft
46°F
Cloud
42°F
Cloud
37°F
Snow
38°F
Snow
+3in
32°F
Snow
+2in
41°F
Clear
40°F
Cloud
5,249ft
56°F
Cloud
52°F
Cloud
47°F
Shwrs
47°F
Mixed
42°F
Mixed
51°F
Clear
50°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 8,579ft
to 6,663ft

varying 8,832ft
to 5,604ft

varying 7,169ft
to 5,249ft

varying 5,604ft
to 5,551ft

Max Town56°F52°F47°F47°F42°F51°F50°F
Min Town28°F38°F40°F36°F32°F35°F37°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 Arc 1600

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Arc 1600
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Les Arcs1in 12in
Méribel2in 10in
Courchevel2in 9in
Les Menuires1in 9in
Val Thorens1in 9in
Arc 19501in 8in
Arc 20001in 8in
Arc 18001in 7in

Snow Reliability

Arc 1600 benefits from a good snow reliability with a typical depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arc 1600

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arc 1600, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arc 1600, 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 Arc 1600 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 Arc 1600 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 Arc 1600 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.