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Plagne Montalbert Snow Forecast - 22nd August 2026

Plagne Montalbert Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 22 August 2026 19:49 NZST

Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert

Snow and Weather from 22 August.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Plagne Montalbert Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Montalbert?

Plagne Montalbert Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,300m)
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Forecast for today in Plagne Montalbert

Max 18℃
Min 8℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Sat
22

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedMixedClear

Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Plagne Montalbert are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
22
Sun
23
Mon
24
Tue
25
Wed
26
Thu
27
Fri
28
Wind
3,250m
6℃
Mixed
11℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
10℃
Fair
13℃
Clear
17℃
Fair
8℃
Lt Drizzle
2,300m
11℃
Fair
15℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
15℃
Mixed
19℃
Clear
20℃
Fair
15℃
Mixed
1,350m
18℃
Mixed
23℃
Clear
26℃
Clear
23℃
Fair
25℃
Clear
30℃
Fair
20℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,704m
to 2,488m

Max Town18℃23℃26℃23℃25℃30℃20℃
Min Town8℃9℃11℃11℃12℃11℃13℃

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

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Plagne Montalbert
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Tignes-3cm
Belle Plagne-2cm
Champagny en Vanoise-2cm
Plagne Soleil-2cm
Plagne Villages-2cm
Aime La Plagne1cm 1cm
La Plagne-1cm
Les Arcs-1cm

Snow Reliability

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.