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Le Pleynet Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Le Pleynet Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 03 May 2026 07:43 NZST

Snow Forecast for Le Pleynet

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Le Pleynet Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Le Pleynet?

Le Pleynet Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,875m)
Next Snow Expected6 May
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days1cm
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Forecast for today in Le Pleynet

Max 17℃
Min 8℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

MixedFairCloudCloud

Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Le Pleynet are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Le Pleynet from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Wind
2,400m
10℃
Cloud
8℃
Cloud
5℃
Lt Drizzle
6℃
Light Snow
+1cm
3℃
Snow
+10cm
2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
8℃
Cloud
1,875m
14℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
8℃
Lt Drizzle
5℃
Light Snow
+1cm
7℃
Mixed
11℃
Lt Drizzle
1,350m
17℃
Cloud
16℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
10℃
Rain
8℃
Mixed
11℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 2,335m
to 2,119m

varying 2,104m
to 1,658m

varying 1,658m
to 1,642m

Max Town17℃16℃15℃10℃8℃11℃14℃
Min Town8℃9℃7℃6℃3℃2℃4℃

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 Le Pleynet

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Le Pleynet
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Les Deux Alpes11cm 38cm
Alpe d'Huez6cm 30cm
Saint Martin de Belleville4cm 22cm
Les Menuires6cm 21cm
Val Thorens6cm 21cm
Le Corbier1cm 14cm
Chamrousse-1cm

Snow Reliability

Le Pleynet enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths of 80-150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall updates, visit J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Pleynet

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