France Snow Forecasts and Reports for French Ski Resorts
Where is there snow in France?
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Updated 28 April 14:47:08 CDT
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When will it next snow in France?
There is snow forecast to fall in France over the next 2 days, in at least 50 Ski Resorts including Les Deux Alpes, Les Orres, Montgenèvre, Risoul and Serre Chevalier.
How much snow is there in France?
The deepest reported snow in France is in Montriond, which reports snow depths of 500cm on upper slopes and 108cm lower down.
When did it last snow in France?
Recent snow reports indicate that it snowed in France today (28 April), in Ski Resorts including Val Thorens.
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Top French Ski Resorts by Forecast Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 77cm |
| Val Cenis | 94cm |
| La Plagne | 66cm |
| Tignes | 66cm |
| Montgenèvre | 84cm |
| Sainte-Foy Tarentaise | 66cm |
| Serre Chevalier | 74cm |
| Puy Saint Vincent | 69cm |
| The Milky Way | 69cm |
| Valfréjus | 66cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Top French Ski Resorts by Snow Depth
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Montriond | 500cm |
| Avoriaz | 495cm |
| Alpe d'Huez | 490cm |
| Oz-en-Oisans | 490cm |
| Tignes | 410cm |
| Bonneval-sur-Arc | 390cm |
| Cauterets | 390cm |
| Chamonix | 390cm |
| Puy Saint Vincent | 382cm |
| La Rosière | 360cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
French Ski Resorts - Forecast Snow Comparison
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in France - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
N.B. The above table shows only the top 60 French ski resorts; please use the Map in the menu above or the links below to see regions of France.
The French snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
Off Piste and Avalanche Safety
Ski Safe : If you intend to ski or snowboard off piste in France, you must check conditions locally before doing so. Always check the Avalanche Risk Level and carry appropriate avalanche safety equipment at all times.
French Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Tignes | 66cm |
| Val Thorens | 56cm |
| Les Menuires | 64cm |
| Alpe d'Huez | 58cm |
| Courchevel | 60cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Rhône-Alpes Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Espace Killy | 63cm |
| The Three Valleys | 49cm |
| Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski | 43cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Abriès | 98cm |
| Montgenèvre | 84cm |
| Serre Chevalier | 74cm |
| Risoul | 58cm |
| Les Arcs | 43cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Occitanie Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Saint-Véran | 54cm |
| La Rosière | 55cm |
| Barèges | 39cm |
| Peyragudes | 39cm |
| Piau Engaly | 39cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Morillon | 33cm |
| Lamoura | 15cm |
| Jougne | 11cm |
| Prémanon | 1cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
