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Val d'Isère Snow Forecast - 4th May 2025

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Val d'Isère Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère

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This is the Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère, France for 16 days from 4 May.

Updated 03 May 2025 19:37 PDT.

Val d'Isère Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount2in
Next 48 Hours9in
Next 7 Days16in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Val d'Isère

Max 52°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 52°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
04

up to 3in New Snow

ShwrsLt RainLt RainLt Rain

Rain showers, light rain showers, light rain later.

Snow Line from 9,347ft to 8,330ft, with rain below.

Powder Alert!

Updated 03 May 2025 19:38 PDT

Powder Possible :- 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Val d'Isère over the next 3 days.

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Val d'Isère is reporting "Fresh Snow".

Val d'Isère Snow Report

Val d'Isère Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths74in
Lower Snow Depths15in
Snow ConditionsFresh Snow
Last Snow
1in of Snow - 22 April
Avalanche Risk Level
We don't have a recent Avalanche Risk report, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Val d'Isère 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère from OpenMeteo
Sun
04
Mon
05
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Wind
11,319ft
27°F
Light Snow
+3in
23°F
Light Snow
+3in
26°F
Snow
+3in
23°F
Light Snow
+5in
28°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
23°F
Light Snow
+1in
26°F
Cloud
8,202ft
40°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
32°F
Light Snow
+2in
37°F
Light Snow
+1in
35°F
Light Snow
+3in
40°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
39°F
Cloud
+1in
43°F
Mixed
5,085ft
52°F
Lt Rain
45°F
Lt Rain
45°F
Lt Rain
43°F
Cloud
49°F
Mixed
44°F
Lt Rain
45°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 9,347ft
to 8,330ft

varying 7,904ft
to 6,788ft

varying 8,002ft
to 7,379ft

varying 7,608ft
to 7,051ft

varying 8,232ft
to 6,657ft

varying 7,247ft
to 6,394ft

6,854ft

Max Town52°F45°F45°F43°F49°F44°F45°F
Min Town43°F40°F39°F39°F30°F38°F39°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 d'Isère 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 52°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 52°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
04

up to 3in New Snow

ShwrsLt RainLt RainLt Rain

Rain showers, light rain showers, light rain later.

Snow Line from 9,347ft to 8,330ft, with rain below.

Max 45°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 45°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 3in New Snow

Lt RainLt RainLt RainLt Rain

Light rain.

Snow Line from 7,904ft to 6,788ft, with rain below.

Max 45°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 3in New Snow

CloudCloudLt RainRain

Cloudy, light rain, rain later.

Snow Line from 8,002ft to 7,379ft, with rain below.

Max 43°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 5in New Snow

RainLt RainCloudMixed

Rain first, light rain then cloudy, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 7,608ft to 7,051ft, with rain below.

Max 49°F
Min 30°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 49°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 1in New Snow

FogClearCloudDrizzle

Fog first, clear sky then cloudy, drizzle later.

Snow Line from 8,232ft to 6,657ft, with rain below.

Max 44°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 44°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

up to 1in New Snow

Lt RainShwrsLt RainFog

Light rain first, rain showers then light rain, fog later.

Snow Line from 7,247ft to 6,394ft, with rain below.

Max 45°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 45°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

FogMixedCloudFog

Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.

This Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère, 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 d'Isère, 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 d'Isère Snow Forecast updated at 19:37 PDT, next update expected 22:00 PDT.

Snow Forecast near Val d'Isère

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Val d'Isère
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSunMonTueWedThuFriSat 7 Day
Les Menuires13in 24in
Val Thorens9in 20in
Espace Killy8in 17in
La Plagne10in 16in
Tignes10in 16in
Courchevel6in 15in
Méribel6in 15in
Les Arcs7in 13in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val d'Isère

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