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Risoul Snow Forecast - 3rd April 2025

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Risoul Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Risoul

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This is the Snow Forecast for Risoul, France for 16 days from 3 April.

Updated 02 April 2025 23:30 PDT.

Risoul Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected17 April
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days1in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Risoul.

Forecast for today in Risoul

Max 53°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
03

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedFairMixed

Cloudy first, clear spells then fair, clear spells later.

Risoul is reporting “Spring Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Risoul Snow Report

Risoul Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths47in
Lower Snow Depths24in
Snow ConditionsSpring Snow
Last Snow
4in of Snow - 23 March
Avalanche Risk Level
The Avalanche Risk Level in Risoul was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Risoul 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Risoul from OpenMeteo
Thu
03
Fri
04
Sat
05
Sun
06
Mon
07
Tue
08
Wed
09
Wind
9,022ft
42°F
Mixed
45°F
Mixed
38°F
Fair
43°F
Clear
36°F
Cloud
37°F
Cloud
29°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
7,218ft
48°F
Mixed
51°F
Mixed
45°F
Fair
49°F
Clear
43°F
Cloud
43°F
Cloud
35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
5,413ft
53°F
Mixed
56°F
Mixed
56°F
Fair
60°F
Clear
52°F
Cloud
54°F
Cloud
47°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 8,625ft
to 8,133ft

varying 7,805ft
to 7,477ft

varying 7,116ft
to 6,230ft

Max Town53°F56°F56°F60°F52°F54°F47°F
Min Town32°F39°F38°F39°F40°F34°F36°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.

Risoul 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 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
03

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedFairMixed

Cloudy first, clear spells then fair, 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) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
04

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainMixedCloud

Cloudy first, light rain showers then clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 56°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

MixedClearCloudClear

Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, clear sky later.

Max 60°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairMixed

Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.

Max 52°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°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
07

Snow unlikely

Lt RainCloudCloudFog

Light rain showers, cloudy, fog later.

Max 54°F
Min 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
08

Snow unlikely

FogClearCloudCloud

Fog, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 47°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
09

up to 1in New Snow

CloudLt RainCloudMixed

Cloudy first, light rain then cloudy, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 7,116ft to 6,230ft, with rain below.

This Snow Forecast for Risoul, 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 Risoul, 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.

Risoul Snow Forecast updated at 23:30 PDT, next update expected 02:00 PDT.

Snow Forecast near Risoul

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Risoul
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrThuFriSatSunMonTueWed 7 Day
Les Orres1in 4in
La Forêt Blanche2in 2in
Le Sauze Super Sauze-1in
Puy Saint Vincent-1in
Vars-1in
Serre Chevalier--

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Risoul

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Risoul, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Risoul, 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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.