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 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 09:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13in |
| Next 7 Days | 17in |
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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 49°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
1in to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to resort level.
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Updated 15 April 2025 15:39 PDT
Powder Possible :- 15in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Plagne Montalbert over the next 2 days.
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Plagne Montalbert Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 14 April |
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 10,663ft | 24°F
 +5in
| 17°F
 +8in
| 30°F
 | 35°F
| 34°F
 +2in
| 28°F
| 25°F
+1in
|
| SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 7,546ft | 38°F
+3in
| 28°F
+13in
| 40°F
| 44°F
| 42°F
| 41°F
| 38°F
|
| NE F2 | |||||||
| 4,429ft | 49°F
+1in
| 37°F
+8in
| 52°F
| 56°F
| 56°F
 | 52°F
| 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,100ft | varying 5,115ft | varying 7,477ft | varying 6,886ft | varying 7,641ft | ||
| Max Town | 49°F | 37°F | 52°F | 56°F | 56°F | 52°F | 53°F |
| Min Town | 32°F | 31°F | 34°F | 40°F | 39°F | 37°F | 42°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 49°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
1in to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
8in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 5,115ft to resort level.
Max 52°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 56°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 56°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear sky then clear spells, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,477ft to 5,771ft, with rain below.
Max 52°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
New Snow
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 6,886ft to 5,673ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 7,641ft to 6,952ft, 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 09:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Plagne Montalbert
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 33in | 40in | |||||||
| Tignes | 29in | 35in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 27in | 29in | |||||||
| Plagne Bellecôte | 24in | 28in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 22in | 26in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | 24in | 26in | |||||||
| Plagne Villages | 24in | 26in | |||||||
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 23in | 25in |
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.