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Val Thorens Snow Forecast - 21st February 2025

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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 21 February.

Updated 20 February 2025 18:32 PST.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected25 February
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days3in
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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

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
21

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Val Thorens is reporting “Soft Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Val Thorens Snow Report

Val Thorens Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths79in
Lower Snow Depths59in
Snow ConditionsSoft Snow
Last Snow
8in of Snow - 15 February
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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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Val Thorens from OpenMeteo
Fri
21
Sat
22
Sun
23
Mon
24
Tue
25
Wed
26
Thu
27
WindSE F3SW F2S F3NW F2
10,499ft
29°F
Cloud
25°F
Cloud
24°F
Cloud
26°F
Mixed
24°F
Cloud
+1in
15°F
Light Snow
+2in
12°F
Cloud
S F3NW F2
8,284ft
37°F
Cloud
34°F
Cloud
32°F
Cloud
34°F
Mixed
33°F
Cloud
+1in
22°F
Light Snow
+1in
20°F
Cloud
SE F3SE F2
6,070ft
48°F
Cloud
42°F
Cloud
39°F
Mixed
42°F
Cloud
42°F
Cloud
+1in
29°F
Light Snow
+1in
31°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 6,952ft
to 6,886ft

varying 6,493ft
to 6,394ft

varying 6,427ft
to 6,070ft

6,070ft

Max Town48°F42°F39°F42°F42°F29°F31°F
Min Town37°F35°F32°F33°F29°F21°F20°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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
21

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
22

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
23

Snow unlikely

FogFogSnowMixed

Fog, snow showers at altitude, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
24

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
25

1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLt Snow Shwrs

Cloudy early, then light snow showers later.

Snow Line from 6,427ft to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
26

1in to 2in New Snow

Freeze FogLt Snow ShwrsLight SnowFog

Freezing fog first, light snow showers then light snow, fog later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
27

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedCloudFair

Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.

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 18:32 PST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Val Thorens

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Val Thorens
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrFriSatSunMonTueWedThu 7 Day
Le Corbier- 3in
Les Menuires-3in
Saint Martin de Belleville-3in
Courchevel-2in
Les Arcs-2in
The Three Valleys-2in
Tignes-2in
La Plagne-2in

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.