Val d'Isère Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 October 2026 14:15 IST
Snow Forecast for Val d'Isère
Snow and Weather from 21 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Val d'Isère Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Val d'Isère?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 21cm |
| Next 7 Days | 46cm |
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Forecast for today in Val d'Isère
Max 8℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
21
up to 16cm New Snow
Light drizzle first, light rain showers then light snow at altitude, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,473m to resort level (1,550m).
Forecast times for Val d'Isère are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 October 2026 17:18 IST
Powder Possible :- 21cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Val d'Isère over the next 2 days.
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 3,450m | -5℃
 +16cm
| -11℃
 | -7℃
+5cm
| -12℃
+3cm
| -5℃
+18cm
| -3℃
 | -1℃
 |
| 2,500m | 1℃
+13cm
| -3℃
| 0℃
+8cm
| -6℃
+4cm
| -1℃
+20cm
| 3℃
| 5℃
|
| 1,550m | 8℃
| 6℃
| 7℃
 | 1℃
+3cm
| 4℃
+1cm
| 10℃
| 13℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,473m | 1,550m | varying 1,965m | 1,550m | varying 1,996m | ||
| Max Town | 8℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 10℃ | 13℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | -4℃ | -2℃ | -3℃ | -2℃ | -5℃ | -1℃ |
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 Val d'Isère
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Rosière | 21cm | 51cm | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 22cm | 47cm | |||||||
| La Plagne | 21cm | 46cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 21cm | 46cm | |||||||
| Tignes-Val d'Isère | 22cm | 44cm | |||||||
| Courchevel | 19cm | 41cm | |||||||
| Méribel | 19cm | 35cm | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 15cm | 33cm |
How reliable is the snow in Val d'Isère?
Val d'Isère benefits from high average snow depths thanks to its altitude, with snow-sure skiing typically from late November through to early May. Snowfall is often reliable across Solaise and Bellevarde, and glacier skiing on Tignes' Grande Motte allows for extended-season riding into early summer. For the most accurate and current snow depth and conditions, check the latest reports on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val d'Isère
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Val d'Isère, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Val d'Isère, 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 d'Isère 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 d'Isère 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 d'Isère 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.