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Les Estables Snow Forecast - 12th April 2026

Les Estables Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 12 April 2026 19:42 NZST

Snow Forecast for Les Estables

Snow and Weather from 12 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Les Estables Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Les Estables?

Les Estables Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,500m)
Next Snow Expected12 April
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours11cm
Next 7 Days11cm

Forecast for today in Les Estables

Max 7℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Sun
12

up to 1cm New Snow

Lt DrizzleLt DrizzleShwrsLight Snow

Light drizzle, rain showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 1,450m to 1,296m, with rain below.

Forecast times for Les Estables are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

Powder Alert!

Powder Alarm issued 12 April 2026 21:44 NZST

Powder Possible :- 11cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Les Estables over the next 2 days.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Les Estables from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
12
Mon
13
Tue
14
Wed
15
Thu
16
Fri
17
Sat
18
WindS F2NW F3NW F4NW F3NW F3NW F2NW F2
1,750m
4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-2℃
Snow
+10cm
2℃
Cloud
+1cm
7℃
Fair
8℃
Clear
10℃
Clear
10℃
Cloud
S F2NW F3NW F4NW F3NW F3NW F2NW F2
1,500m
5℃
Light Snow
+1cm
0℃
Snow
+9cm
3℃
Cloud
9℃
Fair
9℃
Clear
12℃
Clear
12℃
Cloud
S F2NW F3NW F4NW F3NW F3NW F2NW F2
1,250m
7℃
Light Snow
2℃
Snow
+9cm
5℃
Cloud
11℃
Fair
11℃
Clear
14℃
Clear
14℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 1,450m
to 1,296m

1,250m

1,250m

Max Town7℃2℃5℃11℃11℃14℃14℃
Min Town2℃-1℃0℃0℃2℃4℃5℃

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 Les Estables

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Les Estables
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
La Croix de Bauzon7cm 7cm

Snow Reliability

Les Estables boasts reliable snow conditions, typically with depths ranging from 50 to 100 centimeters. Regular snowfall ensures great winter sports opportunities, but for the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Estables

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