Plagne Montalbert Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert
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This is the Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert, France for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 05:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 8in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Plagne Montalbert.
Forecast for today in Plagne Montalbert
Max 50°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,280ft to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Plagne Montalbert has 6in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Plagne Montalbert 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 | 28°F
+1in
| 24°F
 +5in
| 29°F
 +1in
| 30°F
+1in
| 36°F
 | 35°F
| 36°F
|
| 7,546ft | 39°F
| 32°F
+3in
| 38°F
| 38°F
| 44°F
| 48°F
| 49°F
 |
| 4,429ft | 50°F
| 45°F
| 51°F
| 51°F
| 58°F
| 60°F
| 62°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,280ft | varying 6,919ft | varying 7,116ft | varying 7,182ft | varying 8,199ft | varying 8,855ft | |
| Max Town | 50°F | 45°F | 51°F | 51°F | 58°F | 60°F | 62°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 39°F | 39°F | 39°F | 40°F | 43°F | 47°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 Montalbert 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 50°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,280ft to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 5in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light rain, fog later.
Snow Line from 6,919ft to 5,344ft, with rain below.
Max 51°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
up to 1in New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,116ft to 6,132ft, with rain below.
Max 51°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,182ft to 6,985ft, with rain below.
Max 58°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 8,199ft to 7,969ft, with rain below.
Max 60°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 62°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 8,855ft to 8,789ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert, 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 Montalbert, 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 Montalbert Snow Forecast updated at 05:35 PDT, next update expected 11:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Plagne Montalbert
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champagny en Vanoise | 6in | 9in | |||||||
| Belle Plagne | 8in | 12in | |||||||
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 7in | 9in | |||||||
| Plagne Centre | 8in | 11in | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | 8in | 11in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 7in | 10in | |||||||
| Plagne Bellecôte | 6in | 9in | |||||||
| Tignes | 6in | 10in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Montalbert
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Montalbert, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Montalbert, 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 Montalbert 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 Montalbert 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 Montalbert 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.