St François Longchamp Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for St François Longchamp
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This is the Snow Forecast for St François Longchamp, France for 16 days from 8 April.
Updated 08 April 2025 07:39 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for St François Longchamp.
Forecast for today in St François Longchamp
Max 56°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
St François Longchamp is reporting “Soft Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
St François Longchamp Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 49in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 2in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 10in of Snow - 16 March | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in St François Longchamp was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
St François Longchamp 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | Sun 13 | Mon 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 8,366ft | 40°F
| 34°F
 | 38°F
| 43°F
| 46°F
 | 33°F
 | 40°F
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 6,562ft | 46°F
| 41°F
| 44°F
| 49°F
| 52°F
| 43°F
 | 50°F
|
| 4,757ft | 56°F
| 52°F
| 56°F
| 62°F
| 61°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
|
| Snow Line | 6,788ft | varying 7,871ft | |||||
| Max Town | 56°F | 52°F | 56°F | 62°F | 61°F | 52°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 37°F | 38°F | 36°F | 44°F | 45°F | 43°F | 43°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.
St François Longchamp 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 56°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 52°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
09
New Snow
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to 6,788ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 62°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 61°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Max 52°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
13
New Snow
Rain showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,871ft to 7,444ft, with rain below.
Max 58°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for St François Longchamp, 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 St François Longchamp, 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.
St François Longchamp Snow Forecast updated at 07:39 PDT, next update expected 13:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near St François Longchamp
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val Thorens | - | 2in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | - | 2in | |||||||
| Courchevel | - | 1in | |||||||
| La Tania | - | 1in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | - | 1in | |||||||
| Méribel | - | 1in | |||||||
| Doucy-Combelouvière | - | - | |||||||
| Le Grand Domaine | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in St François Longchamp
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to St François Longchamp, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in St François Longchamp, 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 St François Longchamp 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 St François Longchamp 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 St François Longchamp 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.