Villard Reculas Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas
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This is the Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas, France for 16 days from 7 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 19:32 PDT.
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Villard Reculas. | |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Villard Reculas.
Forecast for today in Villard Reculas
Max 65°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
New Snow
Clear spells early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,921ft to 8,035ft, with rain below.
Alpe d'Huez (near Villard Reculas) is reporting “Hard” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Villard Reculas Snow Report
Snow report from Alpe d'Huez (near Villard Reculas)
| Upper Snow Depths | 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
Villard Reculas 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | Sun 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | ||||||
| 10,925ft | 41°F
| 34°F
| 41°F
 | 44°F
| 50°F
| 52°F
 | 40°F
|
| NW F3 | NW F3 | SE F2 | |||||
| 7,513ft | 51°F
| 43°F
| 53°F
| 57°F
| 63°F
| 74°F
| 62°F
|
| W F2 | |||||||
| 4,101ft | 65°F
| 58°F
| 65°F
| 69°F
| 79°F
| 90°F
| 79°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 8,921ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 65°F | 58°F | 65°F | 69°F | 79°F | 90°F | 79°F |
| Min Town | 49°F | 47°F | 41°F | 45°F | 49°F | 58°F | 66°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.
Villard Reculas 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 65°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
New Snow
Clear spells early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,921ft to 8,035ft, with rain below.
Max 58°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 65°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 69°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 79°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 79°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 90°F
Min 58°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 58°F to daytime highs around 90°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 79°F
Min 66°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 66°F to daytime highs around 79°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
13
Snow unlikely
Light rain, clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Villard Reculas, 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 Villard Reculas, 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.
Villard Reculas Snow Forecast updated at 19:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Villard Reculas
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| La Grave | - | - | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Villard Reculas
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Villard Reculas, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Villard Reculas, 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 Villard Reculas 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 Villard Reculas 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 Villard Reculas 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.