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La Grave Snow Forecast - 1st May 2026

La Grave Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 01 May 2026 12:44 NZST

Snow Forecast for La Grave

Snow and Weather from 1 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

La Grave Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in La Grave?

La Grave Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,500m)
Next Snow Expected4 May
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days6cm
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Forecast for today in La Grave

Max 14℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Fri
01

Snow unlikely

CloudClearCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.

Forecast times for La Grave are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for La Grave from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
01
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Wind
3,600m
-2℃
Clear
-3℃
Cloud
-3℃
Cloud
-6℃
Snow
+2cm
-6℃
Light Snow
+3cm
-8℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-5℃
Clear
2,500m
6℃
Clear
5℃
Cloud
4℃
Cloud
1℃
Snow
+2cm
2℃
Light Snow
+3cm
0℃
Light Snow
+1cm
2℃
Clear
1,400m
14℃
Clear
12℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
8℃
Mixed
9℃
Cloud
7℃
Mixed
9℃
Clear
Snow Line

2,354m

2,492m

varying 2,400m
to 2,231m

varying 2,415m
to 2,046m

varying 2,246m
to 1,723m

Max Town14℃12℃11℃8℃9℃7℃9℃
Min Town4℃1℃5℃5℃5℃3℃3℃

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.

Snow Forecast near La Grave

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near La Grave
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Les Deux Alpes5cm 26cm
Alpe d'Huez-24cm
Vaujany2cm 24cm
Le Corbier-19cm
Chamrousse1cm 16cm
Les Menuires-13cm
Val Thorens-13cm
Montgenèvre-3cm

Snow Reliability

La Grave typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 200 cm in winter months. Snowfall is consistent, but it is advisable to check the latest snow reports on J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Grave

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Grave, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Grave, 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 La Grave 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 La Grave 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 La Grave 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.