Le Grand Domaine Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Le Grand Domaine
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Le Grand Domaine, France for 15 days from 17 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 11:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 19in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Le Grand Domaine.
Forecast for today in Le Grand Domaine
Max 35°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
10in to 11in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow showers, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 4,262ft to resort level.
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Updated 16 April 2025 22:36 PDT
Powder Possible :- 11in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Le Grand Domaine over the next 2 days.
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Le Grand Domaine Snow Report
Snow report from Méribel (7 miles from Le Grand Domaine)
| Upper Snow Depths | 94in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 8in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Méribel was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Le Grand Domaine 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 8,366ft | 22°F
+11in
| 33°F
 | 40°F
 | 38°F
| 29°F
 +3in
| 30°F
+3in
| 36°F
+1in
|
| 6,234ft | 30°F
+11in
| 39°F
| 48°F
| 46°F
| 36°F
+2in
| 36°F
+4in
| 47°F
|
| 4,101ft | 35°F
+10in
| 48°F
| 57°F
| 53°F
| 46°F
 | 44°F
| 55°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,262ft | varying 7,379ft | varying 6,526ft | varying 6,526ft | varying 7,575ft | ||
| Max Town | 35°F | 48°F | 57°F | 53°F | 46°F | 44°F | 55°F |
| Min Town | 31°F | 33°F | 42°F | 42°F | 42°F | 40°F | 41°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.
Le Grand Domaine 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 35°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
10in to 11in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow showers, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 4,262ft to resort level.
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
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Max 57°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 53°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then fair, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,379ft to 6,591ft, with rain below.
Max 46°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 3in New Snow
Fog early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,526ft to 5,771ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain early, then fog later.
Snow Line from 6,526ft to 5,312ft, with rain below.
Max 55°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,575ft to 7,411ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Le Grand Domaine, 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 Le Grand Domaine, 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.
Le Grand Domaine Snow Forecast updated at 11:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Le Grand Domaine
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Plagne | 10in | 20in | |||||||
| Doucy-Combelouvière | 10in | 18in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 8in | 17in | |||||||
| St François Longchamp | 9in | 17in | |||||||
| Tignes | 12in | 16in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 8in | 14in | |||||||
| Valmorel | 8in | 14in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 8in | 12in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Grand Domaine
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Grand Domaine, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Grand Domaine, 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 Le Grand Domaine 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 Le Grand Domaine 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 Le Grand Domaine 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.