Valmeinier Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Valmeinier
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This is the Snow Forecast for Valmeinier, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 09:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 15in |
| Next 7 Days | 20in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Valmeinier.
Forecast for today in Valmeinier
Max 60°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, cloudy, light rain showers later.
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Updated 15 April 2025 11:39 PDT
Powder Possible :- 14in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Valmeinier over the next 2 days.
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Valmeinier Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | |
| 2in of Snow - 23 March | |
Valmeinier 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 F3 | SW F2 | SE F3 | SE F4 | |||
| 8,530ft | 42°F
 | 35°F
 +4in
| 25°F
 +11in
| 37°F
| 32°F
+2in
| 35°F
+2in
| 35°F
 +1in
|
| SE F3 | SW F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||
| 6,726ft | 48°F
| 41°F
+3in
| 29°F
+11in
| 43°F
| 42°F
 | 42°F
| 44°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 4,921ft | 60°F
| 48°F
+1in
| 33°F
+10in
| 49°F
| 47°F
| 51°F
 | 50°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,018ft | varying 8,100ft | varying 5,082ft | 5,016ft | varying 7,871ft | varying 7,740ft | varying 6,033ft |
| Max Town | 60°F | 48°F | 33°F | 49°F | 47°F | 51°F | 50°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 31°F | 31°F | 30°F | 40°F | 37°F | 36°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.
Valmeinier 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 60°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 48°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
1in to 4in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
10in to 11in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,082ft to resort level.
Max 49°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 47°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 2in New Snow
Fair, light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,871ft to 7,543ft, with rain below.
Max 51°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain, clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,740ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 50°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, fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 6,033ft to 5,968ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Valmeinier, 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 Valmeinier, 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.
Valmeinier Snow Forecast updated at 09:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Valmeinier
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 20in | 26in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 17in | 24in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 21in | 24in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 19in | 22in | |||||||
| Méribel | 18in | 22in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 17in | 19in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 17in | 20in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valmeinier
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Valmeinier, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Valmeinier, 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 Valmeinier 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 Valmeinier 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 Valmeinier 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.