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 15 April.
Updated 14 April 2025 21:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 29in |
| Next 7 Days | 34in |
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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 49°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain, rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,461ft to 7,641ft, with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 14 April 2025 23:38 PDT
Powder Possible :- 25in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Val Thorens over the next 2 days.
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Val Thorens is reporting "Spring Snow".
Val Thorens Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 71in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 51in |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| - of Snow - 2 April | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Val Thorens was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Val Thorens 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | |||
| 10,499ft | 30°F
 +1in
| 26°F
 +10in
| 24°F
+18in
| 30°F
| 31°F
 | 27°F
+3in
| 32°F
 +1in
|
| SE F4 | SW F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||
| 8,284ft | 39°F
+1in
| 34°F
+9in
| 31°F
+16in
| 38°F
| 41°F
| 36°F
+2in
| 39°F
|
| SE F4 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 6,070ft | 49°F
| 44°F
 | 33°F
+9in
| 45°F
| 51°F
| 46°F
| 46°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,461ft | varying 8,100ft | varying 6,886ft | 6,070ft | varying 7,838ft | varying 8,068ft | |
| Max Town | 49°F | 44°F | 33°F | 45°F | 51°F | 46°F | 46°F |
| Min Town | 40°F | 34°F | 30°F | 30°F | 38°F | 34°F | 35°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 49°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain, rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,461ft to 7,641ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 10in New Snow
Light rain, rain, snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Max 33°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
9in to 18in New Snow
Snow first, heavy snow showers then snow showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 6,886ft to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 51°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 46°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain first, cloudy then light snow showers at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 7,838ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then thunderstorms, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 8,068ft 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 21:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Val Thorens
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 45in | 55in | |||||||
| Val Cenis | 42in | 49in | |||||||
| Tignes | 40in | 45in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 35in | 39in | |||||||
| Arc 1950 | 31in | 36in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 26in | 32in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 24in | 28in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 22in | 25in |
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.