Val Thorens Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Val Thorens
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This is the Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, France for 16 days from 24 March.
Updated 24 March 2025 09:30 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 24 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 11in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val Thorens.
Forecast for today in Val Thorens
Max 37°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Snow falling to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Val Thorens is reporting “Soft Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Val Thorens Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 89in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 69in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 1in of Snow - 23 March | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Val Thorens was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Val Thorens 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F4 | ||||
| 10,499ft | 21°F
 | 21°F
 | 24°F
| 28°F
| 24°F
+1in
| 17°F
 +1in
| 17°F
 +8in
|
| SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F4 | |||||
| 8,284ft | 29°F
| 29°F
| 32°F
| 37°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 25°F
+2in
| 25°F
+10in
|
| NW F3 | |||||||
| 6,070ft | 37°F
| 39°F
| 39°F
| 43°F
| 40°F
| 31°F
+2in
| 31°F
+9in
|
| Snow Line | 6,886ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | |||
| Max Town | 37°F | 39°F | 39°F | 43°F | 40°F | 31°F | 31°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 27°F | 27°F | 28°F | 30°F | 26°F | 24°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 Thorens 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 37°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Snow falling to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Max 39°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, fog later.
Max 39°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fog first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 43°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 40°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 31°F
Min 26°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 26°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
1in to 2in New Snow
Snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 31°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
8in to 9in New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, 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 Thorens, 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 Thorens Snow Forecast updated at 09:30 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Val Thorens
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Menuires | - | 13in | |||||||
| Saint Martin de Belleville | - | 13in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | - | 12in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | - | 12in | |||||||
| Arc 1950 | - | 11in | |||||||
| Courchevel | - | 11in | |||||||
| La Plagne | - | 11in | |||||||
| La Tania | - | 10in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val Thorens
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Val Thorens, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Val Thorens, 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 Thorens 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 Thorens 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 Thorens 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.