Bessans Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bessans
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Bessans, France for 16 days from 26 June.
Updated 25 June 2025 21:36 PDT.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Bessans. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bessans.
Forecast for today in Bessans
Max 71°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Fair first, rain showers then clear spells, fair later.
Bessans has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Bessans Snow Report
Snow report from La Plagne (14 miles from Bessans)
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Bessans 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 7,218ft | 64°F
| 67°F
| 72°F
| 70°F
 | 65°F
| 69°F
| 70°F
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| 6,480ft | 68°F
| 71°F
| 74°F
| 72°F
| 67°F
| 67°F
| 68°F
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| 5,741ft | 71°F
| 74°F
| 77°F
| 75°F
| 70°F
| 69°F
| 71°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 71°F | 74°F | 77°F | 75°F | 70°F | 69°F | 71°F |
| Min Town | 51°F | 49°F | 55°F | 62°F | 61°F | 54°F | 54°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.
Bessans 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 71°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Fair first, rain showers then clear spells, fair later.
Max 74°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 74°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Max 77°F
Min 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 77°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
28
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.
Max 75°F
Min 62°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 62°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Fair, rain showers, fair later.
Max 70°F
Min 61°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 61°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Fair first, light rain showers then rain showers, fair later.
Max 69°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 71°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, light rain showers, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Bessans, 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 Bessans, 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.
Bessans Snow Forecast updated at 21:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bessans
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bessans, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bessans, 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 Bessans 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 Bessans 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 Bessans 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.