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The Three Valleys Snow Forecast - 3rd May 2026

The Three Valleys Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 03 May 2026 19:48 NZST

Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys

Snow and Weather from 3 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

The Three Valleys Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in The Three Valleys?

The Three Valleys Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,150m)
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount4cm
Next 48 Hours4cm
Next 7 Days8cm
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Forecast for today in The Three Valleys

Max 19℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 19℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
03

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Forecast times for The Three Valleys are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for The Three Valleys from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
03		Mon
04		Tue
05		Wed
06		Thu
07		Fri
08		Sat
09
Wind
3,200m
1℃
Cloud
-2℃
Snow
+14cm
-1℃
Snow
+9cm
-3℃
Snow
+8cm
-2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-1℃
Fair
0℃
Clear
2,150m
8℃
Cloud
5℃
Cloud
6℃
Snow
+4cm
4℃
Cloud
+3cm
5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
6℃
Fair
7℃
Clear
1,100m
19℃
Cloud
13℃
Shwrs
14℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Cloud
14℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Shwrs
19℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 2,931m
to 1,992m

varying 2,869m
to 1,915m

varying 2,669m
to 1,654m

varying 2,900m
to 1,577m

varying 3,192m
to 3,100m

Max Town19℃13℃14℃12℃14℃16℃19℃
Min Town9℃7℃6℃3℃5℃2℃8℃

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 The Three Valleys

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near The Three Valleys
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Les Arcs37cm 58cm
Méribel21cm 42cm
La Tania16cm 39cm
Courchevel16cm 32cm
La Rosière11cm 30cm
Tignes17cm 30cm
La Plagne16cm 29cm
Val d'Isère16cm 29cm

Snow Reliability

The Three Valleys boasts excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 200 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

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.