Tignes Le Lac Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac
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This is the Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac, France for 15 days from 11 March.
Updated 10 March 2025 11:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 11 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Tignes Le Lac.
Forecast for today in Tignes Le Lac
Max 35°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
11
1in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Tignes Le Lac has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Tignes Le Lac Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 81in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 52in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Pistes Open | 78 Trails (98%) |
Tignes Le Lac 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 11,319ft | 21°F
 +1in
| 17°F
| 13°F
+1in
| 10°F
 +2in
| 6°F
+2in
| 8°F
 | 11°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 9,104ft | 26°F
+1in
| 22°F
+1in
| 21°F
+1in
| 18°F
+1in
| 14°F
+1in
| 16°F
| 19°F
|
| 6,890ft | 35°F
+1in
| 31°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 24°F
+1in
| 22°F
+1in
| 26°F
| 31°F
|
| Snow Line | 6,890ft | 6,890ft | 6,890ft | 6,890ft | 6,890ft | 6,890ft | |
| Max Town | 35°F | 31°F | 31°F | 24°F | 22°F | 26°F | 31°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 27°F | 22°F | 20°F | 18°F | 16°F | 18°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.
Tignes Le Lac 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 35°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
11
1in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 31°F
Min 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 27°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
12
New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 31°F
Min 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
1in New Snow
Light snow showers first, fog then cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 24°F
Min 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 20°F and not getting above 24°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow early, then light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 22°F
Min 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 18°F and not getting above 22°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 26°F
Min 16°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 16°F and not getting above 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 31°F
Min 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 18°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac, 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 Tignes Le Lac, 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.
Tignes Le Lac Snow Forecast updated at 11:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Tignes Le Lac
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Menuires | 3in | 7in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 4in | 7in | |||||||
| Tignes Les Boisses | 2in | 7in | |||||||
| Tignes Les Brévières | 2in | 7in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 3in | 6in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 3in | 6in | |||||||
| Méribel | 3in | 6in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 1in | 5in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tignes Le Lac
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tignes Le Lac, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tignes Le Lac, 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 Tignes Le Lac 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 Tignes Le Lac 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 Tignes Le Lac 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.