Les Arcs Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Arcs
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Arcs, France for 16 days from 21 April.
Updated 21 April 2025 13:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 23 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| 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 Les Arcs.
Forecast for today in Les Arcs
Max 54°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Les Arcs is reporting “Fresh Snow” with 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Arcs Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 118in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 12in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 59in of Snow - 17 April | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Les Arcs was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Les Arcs 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 10,597ft | 26°F
 | 32°F
| 28°F
 +2in
| 24°F
 +1in
| 27°F
| 33°F
| 29°F
+2in
|
| 7,267ft | 37°F
| 42°F
| 40°F
+1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
|
| 3,937ft | 54°F
| 59°F
| 55°F
| 44°F
| 47°F
| 59°F
 | 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,149ft | varying 6,296ft | varying 8,068ft | varying 7,904ft | |||
| Max Town | 54°F | 59°F | 55°F | 44°F | 47°F | 59°F | 57°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 39°F | 36°F | 35°F | 35°F | 38°F | 45°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.
Les Arcs 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 54°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max 59°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 55°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,149ft to 5,377ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 6,296ft to 5,246ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Max 59°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
New Snow
Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 8,068ft to 7,740ft, with rain below.
Max 57°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
up to 2in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,904ft to 7,575ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Les Arcs, 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 Les Arcs, 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.
Les Arcs Snow Forecast updated at 13:32 PDT, next update expected 16:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Les Arcs
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradiski | 2in | 6in | |||||||
| Arc 1800 | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Arc 1600 | 3in | 4in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| Tignes | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 2in | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Arcs
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Arcs, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Arcs, 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 Les Arcs 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 Les Arcs 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 Les Arcs 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.