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 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 05:31 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 23in |
| Next 7 Days | 25in |
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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 53°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 8,593ft to 7,379ft, with rain below.
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Updated 15 April 2025 15:39 PDT
Powder Possible :- 23in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Plagne 1800 over the next 2 days.
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Plagne 1800 Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 14 April |
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | E F2 | |||||
| 10,663ft | 33°F
| 25°F
 +4in
| 16°F
 +19in
| 26°F
+1in
| 34°F
| 25°F
 +1in
| 32°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 8,284ft | 42°F
| 34°F
+3in
| 26°F
+20in
| 35°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 34°F
+1in
| 40°F
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 5,906ft | 53°F
| 43°F
+2in
| 33°F
+16in
| 45°F
+1in
| 53°F
| 47°F
| 48°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 8,593ft | varying 7,411ft | 5,906ft | 5,906ft | varying 7,444ft | varying 7,936ft | |
| Max Town | 53°F | 43°F | 33°F | 45°F | 53°F | 47°F | 48°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 30°F | 29°F | 32°F | 38°F | 35°F | 34°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 53°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 8,593ft to 7,379ft, with rain below.
Max 43°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
2in to 4in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light snow at altitude, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 7,411ft to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 29°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 29°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
16in to 19in New Snow
Snow showers, heavy snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
1in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 53°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 47°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 7,444ft to 6,427ft, with rain below.
Max 48°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 7,936ft to 7,740ft, 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 05:31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 33in | 40in | |||||||
| Tignes | 29in | 35in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 27in | 30in | |||||||
| Plagne Bellecôte | 24in | 28in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 22in | 26in | |||||||
| Plagne Villages | 23in | 26in | |||||||
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 22in | 25in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 22in | 25in |
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.