Plagne Montalbert Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 November 2026 08:42 NZDT
Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert
Snow and Weather from 10 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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Plagne Montalbert Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Montalbert?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm |
| Next 7 Days | 23cm |
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Forecast for today in Plagne Montalbert
Max 13℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
10
up to 8cm New Snow
Drizzle, rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,873m to 2,242m, with rain below.
Forecast times for Plagne Montalbert are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m | 1℃
 +8cm
| -2℃
 +3cm
| -2℃
+16cm
| -7℃
+8cm
| -2℃
 | -8℃
 +7cm
| -7℃
+3cm
|
| 2,300m | 6℃
| 5℃
| 3℃
+6cm
| -1℃
+5cm
| 2℃
| 0℃
+6cm
| -1℃
+2cm
|
| 1,350m | 13℃
| 11℃
 | 10℃
| 5℃
| 11℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,873m | varying 2,704m | varying 2,642m | varying 1,858m | varying 1,704m | varying 1,935m | |
| Max Town | 13℃ | 11℃ | 10℃ | 5℃ | 11℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | 4℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | -2℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ | -2℃ |
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 Plagne Montalbert
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aime La Plagne | 28cm | 59cm | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 21cm | 43cm | |||||||
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 22cm | 43cm | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 19cm | 43cm | |||||||
| La Plagne | 19cm | 41cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 19cm | 41cm | |||||||
| Belle Plagne | 18cm | 39cm | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 19cm | 39cm |
How reliable is the snow in Plagne Montalbert?
Plagne Montalbert typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check out J2Ski for updates on snowfall and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Montalbert
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Montalbert, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Montalbert, 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 Plagne Montalbert 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 Plagne Montalbert 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 Plagne Montalbert 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.