La Bourboule Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Bourboule
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This is the Snow Forecast for La Bourboule, France for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 03:35 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Bourboule.
Forecast for today in La Bourboule
Max 51°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 5,082ft to 4,590ft, with rain below.
La Bourboule has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
La Bourboule Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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La Bourboule 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F3 | NE F4 | NE F3 | ||||
| 6,168ft | 38°F
 | 36°F
 +1in
| 37°F
| 40°F
| 44°F
| 48°F
| 44°F
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| NE F3 | NE F4 | NE F3 | |||||
| 4,478ft | 44°F
| 42°F
| 43°F
 | 46°F
| 50°F
| 54°F
| 51°F
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| NE F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | |||||
| 2,789ft | 51°F
| 49°F
| 50°F
| 52°F
| 55°F
| 61°F
| 58°F
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| Snow Line | varying 5,082ft | varying 5,246ft | varying 5,082ft | ||||
| Max Town | 51°F | 49°F | 50°F | 52°F | 55°F | 61°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 42°F | 40°F | 42°F | 38°F | 39°F | 45°F | 49°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.
La Bourboule 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 51°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 5,082ft to 4,590ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 5,246ft to 4,524ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
New Snow
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 5,082ft to 4,721ft, with rain below.
Max 52°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Max 55°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, fair later.
Max 61°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 58°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, light rain showers later.
This Snow Forecast for La Bourboule, 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 La Bourboule, 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.
La Bourboule Snow Forecast updated at 03:35 PDT, next update expected 09:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near La Bourboule
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Mont-Dore | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Chambon des Neiges | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Chastreix-Sancy | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Bourboule
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Bourboule, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Bourboule, 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 La Bourboule 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 La Bourboule 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 La Bourboule 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.