Tignes-Val d'Isère Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 22 October 2026 14:48 NZDT
Snow Forecast for Tignes-Val d'Isère
Snow and Weather from 22 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Tignes-Val d'Isère Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tignes-Val d'Isère?
| Next Snow Expected | 23 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 24cm |
| Next 7 Days | 32cm |
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Forecast for today in Tignes-Val d'Isère
Max 7℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Tignes-Val d'Isère are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 22 October 2026 19:45 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 24cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Tignes-Val d'Isère over the next 2 days.
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| Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | Wed 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,450m | -7℃
 | -8℃
 +12cm
| -11℃
 +11cm
| -6℃
+4cm
| -3℃
 | 2℃
| 1℃
|
| 2,500m | -2℃
| -3℃
+13cm
| -7℃
+10cm
| -1℃
+8cm
| 3℃
| 7℃
| 6℃
|
| 1,550m | 7℃
| 4℃
 +4cm
| 1℃
+12cm
| 6℃
| 9℃
| 14℃
| 13℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,550m | varying 1,858m | 1,550m | varying 2,104m | |||
| Max Town | 7℃ | 4℃ | 1℃ | 6℃ | 9℃ | 14℃ | 13℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | -1℃ | -5℃ | -6℃ | -4℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ |
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 Tignes-Val d'Isère
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Rosière | 21cm | 31cm | |||||||
| Courchevel | 21cm | 29cm | |||||||
| La Plagne | 19cm | 28cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 20cm | 28cm | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 19cm | 27cm | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 19cm | 24cm | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 19cm | 24cm | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 16cm | 24cm |
How reliable is the snow in Tignes-Val d'Isère?
Snow reliability is a strength of the Espace Killy, with much of the terrain above 1800m and glacier skiing on the Grande Motte extending the season into autumn and spring. Tignes in particular benefits from its altitude, holding snow well through the winter. Check J2Ski for up-to-date snow depths and recent snowfall reports before booking.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tignes-Val d'Isère
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tignes-Val d'Isère, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tignes-Val d'Isère, 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 Tignes-Val d'Isère 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 Tignes-Val d'Isère 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 Tignes-Val d'Isère 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.