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 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 01:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16in |
| 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 Val Thorens.
Forecast for today in Val Thorens
Max 42°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain first, light snow at altitude then clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 8,330ft to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Val Thorens is reporting “Soft Snow” with 16in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Val Thorens Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 87in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 67in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 5in of Snow - 24 April | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| We don't have a recent Avalanche Risk report, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Val Thorens 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 10,499ft | 27°F
+2in
| 30°F
 +5in
| 24°F
 +9in
| 30°F
+1in
| 27°F
 +1in
| 32°F
+1in
| 35°F
+1in
|
| 8,284ft | 33°F
+2in
| 38°F
+4in
| 31°F
+8in
| 38°F
+1in
| 35°F
| 39°F
| 42°F
|
| 6,070ft | 42°F
| 49°F
| 38°F
+3in
| 46°F
| 43°F
| 51°F
 | 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,330ft | varying 7,215ft | varying 6,886ft | varying 7,116ft | varying 7,116ft | varying 8,133ft | varying 8,330ft |
| Max Town | 42°F | 49°F | 38°F | 46°F | 43°F | 51°F | 54°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 35°F | 32°F | 33°F | 37°F | 37°F | 40°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.
Max 42°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain first, light snow at altitude then clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 8,330ft to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°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
Tue
06
up to 5in New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then snow showers at altitude, snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 7,215ft to 6,886ft, with rain below.
Max 38°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
3in to 9in New Snow
Snow at altitude first, heavy snow showers then light snow, fog later.
Snow Line from 6,886ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 7,116ft to 6,558ft, with rain below.
Max 43°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,116ft to 6,722ft, 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) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
up to 1in New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then thunderstorms, fair later.
Snow Line from 8,133ft to 7,969ft, with rain below.
Max 54°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
11
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then thunderstorms, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 8,330ft to 8,264ft, with rain below.
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 01:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Val Thorens
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Martin de Belleville | 17in | 22in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 14in | 19in | |||||||
| Arc 1950 | 8in | 13in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 3in | 11in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 8in | 13in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 12in | 12in | |||||||
| Méribel | 10in | 13in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 4in | 7in |
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.