Arc 1600 Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Arc 1600
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This is the Snow Forecast for Arc 1600, France for 16 days from 28 January.
Updated 28 January 2025 06:06 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 20cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 24cm |
| Next 7 Days | 25cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Arc 1600.
Forecast for today in Arc 1600
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
28
13cm to 21cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,009m to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 28 January 2025 07:05 IST
Powder Possible :- 24cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Arc 1600 over the next 2 days.
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Arc 1600 is reporting "Soft Snow".
Arc 1600 Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 270cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 70cm |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 27cm of Snow - 27 January | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Arc 1600 was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Arc 1600 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 28 | Wed 29 | Thu 30 | Fri 31 | Sat 01 | Sun 02 | Mon 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F4 | S F2 | SE F3 | SE F2 | SE F3 | SE F2 | |
| 3,230m | -6℃
+21cm
| -10℃
 +3cm
| -8℃
 +1cm
| -10℃
 +1cm
| -8℃
| -8℃
| -8℃
 |
| SW F4 | S F2 | SE F3 | SE F2 | SE F3 | SE F2 | ||
| 2,415m | 0℃
+20cm
| -4℃
+3cm
| -5℃
+1cm
| -5℃
+1cm
| -3℃
| -3℃
| -3℃
|
| SW F2 | NE F2 | ||||||
| 1,600m | 3℃
+13cm
| 1℃
+1cm
| -1℃
| -2℃
+1cm
| 0℃
| 5℃
| 7℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,009m | 1,600m | 1,600m | 1,600m | |||
| Max Town | 3℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ | 0℃ | 5℃ | 7℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ | -4℃ | -3℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ |
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.
Arc 1600 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
28
13cm to 21cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,009m to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
29
1cm to 3cm New Snow
Light snow showers first, clear spells then clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
30
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
31
1cm New Snow
Light snow, fog, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
01
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Arc 1600, 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 Arc 1600, on any given piste 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.
Arc 1600 Snow Forecast updated at 06:06 IST, next update expected 11:30 IST.
Snow Forecast near Arc 1600
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Plagne | 35cm | 38cm | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 25cm | 29cm | |||||||
| Arc 1950 | 30cm | 32cm | |||||||
| Arc 2000 | 30cm | 32cm | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 23cm | 28cm | |||||||
| Courchevel | 23cm | 26cm | |||||||
| Méribel | 24cm | 28cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 26cm | 28cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Arc 1600
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Arc 1600, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Arc 1600, 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 Arc 1600 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 Arc 1600 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 Arc 1600 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.