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The Three Valleys Snow Forecast - 23rd May 2025

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The Three Valleys Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys

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This is the Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys, France for 16 days from 23 May.

Updated 24 May 2025 08:32 NZST.

The Three Valleys Snow Forecast Highlights
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Three Valleys.

Forecast for today in The Three Valleys

Max 13℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
23

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedMixed

Clear spells.

Les Arcs (21km from The Three Valleys) is reporting “Wet” with 1cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

The Three Valleys Snow Report

Snow report from Les Arcs (21km from The Three Valleys)

Les Arcs Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths290cm
Lower Snow Depths20cm
Snow ConditionsWet Snow
Last Snow
5cm of Snow - 24 April

The Three Valleys 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys from OpenMeteo
Fri
23
Sat
24
Sun
25
Mon
26
Tue
27
Wed
28
Thu
29
WindW F2NW F2
3,200m
-1℃
Mixed
0℃
Fair
4℃
Fair
+1cm
2℃
Mixed
5℃
Clear
5℃
Cloud
5℃
Mixed
2,150m
4℃
Mixed
5℃
Fair
9℃
Fair
7℃
Mixed
9℃
Mixed
11℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
1,100m
13℃
Mixed
15℃
Clear
19℃
Mixed
14℃
Cloud
17℃
Fair
18℃
Cloud
19℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 2,699m
to 2,569m

varying 2,469m
to 2,399m

Max Town13℃15℃19℃14℃17℃18℃19℃
Min Town6℃5℃7℃8℃7℃8℃10℃

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.

The Three Valleys Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail

Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.

Max 13℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
23

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedMixed

Clear spells.

Max 15℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
24

Snow unlikely

MixedClearClearCloud

Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 19℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
25

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudFairMixedShwrs

Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,699m to 2,569m, with rain below.

Max 14℃
Min 8℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
26

Snow unlikely

Lt RainMixedCloudCloud

Light rain, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 17℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
27

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudFairCloud

Clear spells first, cloudy then fair, cloudy later.

Max 18℃
Min 8℃

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

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
28

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudMixed

Cloudy early, then clear spells later.

Max 19℃
Min 10℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
29

Snow unlikely

FogCloudMixedFair

Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, fair later.

This Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.

The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in The Three Valleys, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.

Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.

The Three Valleys Snow Forecast updated at 08:32 NZST, next update expected 11:00 NZST.

Snow Forecast near The Three Valleys

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near The Three Valleys
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrFriSatSunMonTueWedThu 7 Day
Val d'Isère1cm 3cm
La Plagne1cm 2cm
Les Arcs-2cm
Tignes1cm 2cm
La Rosière-1cm
Les Menuires1cm 1cm
Méribel1cm 1cm
Saint Martin de Belleville-1cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Three Valleys

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