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Val Cenis Snow Forecast - 21st January 2025

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Val Cenis Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Val Cenis

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This is the Snow Forecast for Val Cenis, France for 15 days from 21 January.

Updated 20 January 2025 14:32 PST.

Val Cenis Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected23 January
Next Snow Amount2in
Next 48 Hours4in
Next 7 Days5in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Val Cenis

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
21

Snow unlikely

FairFairClearCloud

Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.

Val Cenis has 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Val Cenis Snow Report

Val Cenis Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths55in
Lower Snow Depths18in
Snow Conditions-
Pistes Open62 Trails (95%)

Val Cenis 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Val Cenis from OpenMeteo
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Fri
24
Sat
25
Sun
26
Mon
27
WindSE F2W F2SE F2
9,186ft
21°F
Clear
26°F
Mixed
26°F
Light Snow
+4in
30°F
Cloud
28°F
Cloud
22°F
Cloud
22°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
SE F2SE F2
6,890ft
30°F
Clear
33°F
Cloud
30°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2in
33°F
Mixed
31°F
Cloud
28°F
Mixed
28°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
4,593ft
39°F
Clear
42°F
Cloud
38°F
Light Snow
42°F
Mixed
40°F
Cloud
36°F
Fog
34°F
Mixed
Snow Line

5,246ft

varying 6,132ft
to 5,148ft

varying 4,951ft
to 4,852ft

Max Town39°F42°F38°F42°F40°F36°F34°F
Min Town30°F33°F31°F30°F32°F27°F32°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.

Val Cenis 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
21

Snow unlikely

FairFairClearCloud

Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
22

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
23

up to 4in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLt RainFair

Light snow at altitude, light rain, fair later.

Snow Line from 6,132ft to 5,148ft, with rain below.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
24

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedMixedCloud

Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
25

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedCloudCloud

Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
26

Snow unlikely

ClearFogFreeze FogFreeze Fog

Clear sky, fog, freezing fog later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
27

up to 1in New Snow

FogFreeze FogFreeze FogMixed

Fog, freezing fog, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 4,951ft to 4,852ft, with rain below.

This Snow Forecast for Val Cenis, 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 Val Cenis, 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.

Val Cenis Snow Forecast updated at 14:32 PST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Val Cenis

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Val Cenis
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
La Plagne5in 6in
Les Arcs5in 6in
Les Menuires5in 6in
Tignes6in 6in
Val Thorens5in 6in
Courchevel5in 5in
Méribel4in 5in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val Cenis

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