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The Milky Way Long-Range Snow Forecast - 12th April 2026

The Milky Way Long-Range Snow Forecast Updated today

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Updated 12 April 2026 06:42 PDT

Long-Range Snow Forecast for The Milky Way

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 12 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

The Milky Way Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in The Milky Way?

The Milky Way Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (6,873ft)
Next Snow Expected13 April
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours1in
Next 7 Days1in
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Long-range Snow Outlook for The Milky Way

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Max 65°F
Min 35°F

3in New Snow

Snow Line from 8,770ft to 5,591ft, with rain below.

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The Milky Way Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

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.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for The Milky Way from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
BaseSnow and WeatherTemp
Town
Sun
12
Cloud

Cloudy.

Max 58°F
Min 37°F
Mon
13
Lt Drizzle

up to 3in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light rain below.
Snow Line from 8,770ft to 5,591ft, with rain below.

Max 50°F
Min 39°F
Tue
14
Lt Drizzle

Snow showers at altitude, rain showers below.

Max 58°F
Min 41°F
Wed
15
Cloud

Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below.

Max 59°F
Min 42°F
Thu
16
Clear

Clear sky.

Max 64°F
Min 35°F
Fri
17
Fair

Fair.

Max 65°F
Min 35°F
Sat
18
Mixed

Clear sky at altitude, clear spells below.

Max 65°F
Min 39°F

This Snow Forecast for The Milky Way, 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 The Milky Way, 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.

The Milky Way Snow Forecast updated at 06:42 PDT, next update expected 12:00 PDT.

Ensemble forecast for The Milky Way, France at 4,429ft

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)
Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

Snow Forecast near The Milky Way

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near The Milky Way
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Sansicario4in 4in
Sestrière4in 5in
Montgenèvre3in 3in
Sauze d'Oulx4in 4in
Val Cenis3in 3in
Clavière2in 2in
Bardonecchia2in 2in
Serre Chevalier2in 2in

Snow Reliability

The resort typically enjoys a reliable snow depth, with average snowfall ranging from 200 to 400 cm annually. To ensure optimal conditions, skiers should check the latest snow information on J2Ski before planning their visit.

Off-Piste Safety in The Milky Way

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in The Milky Way, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.