The Three Valleys Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 November 2026 12:23 IST
Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys
Snow and Weather from 12 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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The Three Valleys Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in The Three Valleys?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 71cm |
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Forecast for today in The Three Valleys
Max 10℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
up to 9cm New Snow
Cloudy first, drizzle then rain showers, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,423m to 2,023m, with rain below.
Forecast times for The Three Valleys are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,200m | -4℃
 +9cm
| -6℃
 +3cm
| -4℃
 | -3℃
 +1cm
| -7℃
+8cm
| -5℃
+13cm
| -9℃
+24cm
|
| 2,150m | 3℃
| 1℃
 +2cm
| 3℃
| 4℃
+1cm
| 0℃
+8cm
| 2℃
+13cm
| -2℃
+24cm
|
| 1,100m | 10℃
| 8℃
| 13℃
| 14℃
 | 7℃
| 9℃
| 4℃
+4cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,423m | varying 2,162m | varying 2,362m | varying 2,008m | varying 2,008m | varying 1,454m | |
| Max Town | 10℃ | 8℃ | 13℃ | 14℃ | 7℃ | 9℃ | 4℃ |
| Min Town | 7℃ | 4℃ | 0℃ | 4℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | 0℃ |
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.
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Snow Forecast near The Three Valleys
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Rosière | 16cm | 101cm | |||||||
| Courchevel | 17cm | 98cm | |||||||
| La Plagne | 18cm | 98cm | |||||||
| Sainte-Foy Tarentaise | 14cm | 98cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 18cm | 98cm | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 17cm | 97cm | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 19cm | 97cm | |||||||
| Val Cenis | 17cm | 89cm |
How reliable is the snow in The Three Valleys?
The Three Valleys boasts excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 200 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Three Valleys
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Three Valleys, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Three Valleys, 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 The Three Valleys 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 The Three Valleys 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 The Three Valleys 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.