Vars Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 15 November 2026 06:16 IST
Snow Forecast for Vars
Snow and Weather from 15 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Vars Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Vars?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 15cm |
| Next 7 Days | 44cm |
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Forecast for today in Vars
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
15
up to 3cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,896m to resort level (1,650m).
Forecast times for Vars are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 15 November 2026 10:15 IST
Powder Possible :- 15cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Vars over the next 2 days.
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| Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | ||||||
| 2,750m | -3℃
+3cm
| -4℃
+4cm
| -1℃
 +6cm
| -2℃
+19cm
| -3℃
+9cm
| -5℃
+1cm
| -3℃
 |
| 2,200m | 0℃
+5cm
| 0℃
+5cm
| 3℃
+5cm
| 1℃
 +17cm
| 0℃
+7cm
| -2℃
 +1cm
| 1℃
|
| 1,650m | 5℃
| 5℃
 | 6℃
 | 4℃
| 3℃
| 3℃
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,896m | varying 1,773m | varying 2,358m | varying 2,035m | varying 1,865m | 1,650m | |
| Max Town | 5℃ | 5℃ | 6℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | 2℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | -10℃ |
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 Vars
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puy Saint Vincent | 38cm | 84cm | |||||||
| Les Orres | 24cm | 53cm | |||||||
| Risoul | 13cm | 45cm | |||||||
| La Forêt Blanche | 16cm | 43cm | |||||||
| Crévoux | 16cm | 42cm | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 15cm | 40cm | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 17cm | 37cm | |||||||
| Seignus (Val d'Allos 1500) | 18cm | 35cm |
How reliable is the snow in Vars?
Vars typically enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of around 180 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall and a good snowmelt schedule make it an attractive choice, but always check the latest updates on J2Ski for current conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vars
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Vars, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Vars, 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 Vars 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 Vars 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 Vars 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.