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 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 21:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4in |
| 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 Plagne 1800.
Forecast for today in Plagne 1800
Max 44°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, snow showers at altitude later.
Plagne 1800 has 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Plagne 1800 Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 24 April |
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 10,663ft | 27°F
| 22°F
 +3in
| 25°F
+1in
| 26°F
+1in
| 34°F
 | 35°F
| 36°F
+1in
|
| 8,284ft | 34°F
| 30°F
+3in
| 33°F
 +1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 40°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
|
| 5,906ft | 44°F
| 40°F
+1in
| 45°F
| 46°F
| 53°F
 | 54°F
| 55°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 6,854ft | varying 6,722ft | varying 6,329ft | varying 6,985ft | varying 8,921ft | varying 8,822ft | |
| Max Town | 44°F | 40°F | 45°F | 46°F | 53°F | 54°F | 55°F |
| Min Town | 34°F | 32°F | 33°F | 37°F | 37°F | 39°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.
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 44°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, snow showers at altitude later.
Max 40°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
1in to 3in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,722ft to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
up to 1in New Snow
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 6,329ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 6,985ft to resort level.
Max 53°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then clear sky, clear spells later.
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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
11
New Snow
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 8,921ft to 8,724ft, 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
Mon
12
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky, light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 8,822ft to 8,691ft, with rain below.
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 21:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Plagne 1800
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tignes | 6in | 11in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 9in | 11in | |||||||
| Belle Plagne | 7in | 10in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 7in | 9in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 6in | 8in | |||||||
| Plagne Bellecôte | 6in | 9in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 7in | 9in | |||||||
| Plagne Montalbert | 7in | 9in |
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.