Plagne 1800 Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Plagne 1800
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This is the Snow Forecast for Plagne 1800, France for 16 days from 28 May.
Updated 27 May 2025 19:31 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 10 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Plagne 1800.
Forecast for today in Plagne 1800
Max 55°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°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
28
New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 9,347ft to 9,216ft, with rain below.
Plagne 1800 has - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Plagne 1800 Snow Report
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| Wed 28 | Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 10,663ft | 36°F
 | 38°F
 | 50°F
 | 47°F
| 45°F
| 35°F
 +1in
| 42°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 8,284ft | 45°F
| 46°F
| 57°F
| 55°F
| 53°F
| 43°F
 | 50°F
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 5,906ft | 55°F
| 57°F
| 69°F
| 65°F
| 64°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 9,347ft | varying 9,970ft | varying 9,905ft | ||||
| Max Town | 55°F | 57°F | 69°F | 65°F | 64°F | 52°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 43°F | 49°F | 51°F | 48°F | 46°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.
Plagne 1800 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 55°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°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
28
New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 9,347ft to 9,216ft, with rain below.
Max 57°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, fair later.
Max 69°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 65°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 64°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
01
New Snow
Light rain showers, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 9,970ft to 9,905ft, with rain below.
Max 52°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
02
up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain showers then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 9,905ft to 9,380ft, with rain below.
Max 58°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Plagne 1800, 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 Plagne 1800, 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.
Plagne 1800 Snow Forecast updated at 19:31 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Plagne 1800
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Tignes | 1in | 2in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Plagne Montalbert | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Plagne Soleil | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Belle Plagne | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne 1800
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne 1800, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne 1800, 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 Plagne 1800 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 Plagne 1800 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 Plagne 1800 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.