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Val Thorens Snow Forecast - 5th May 2025

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Val Thorens Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Val Thorens

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This is the Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, France for 16 days from 5 May.

Updated 05 May 2025 12:31 NZST.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours22cm
Next 7 Days31cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val Thorens.

Forecast for today in Val Thorens

Max 5℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 3cm New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLt RainFog

Light snow at altitude, light rain showers, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,429m to 2,099m, with rain below.

Val Thorens is reporting “Soft Snow” with 22cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Val Thorens Snow Report

Val Thorens Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths220cm
Lower Snow Depths170cm
Snow ConditionsSoft Snow
Last Snow
12cm of Snow - 24 April
Avalanche Risk Level
We don't have a recent Avalanche Risk report, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Val Thorens 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Val Thorens from OpenMeteo
Mon
05
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Wind
3,200m
-3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
-1℃
Snow
+8cm
-4℃
Snow
+11cm
-4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
-1℃
Cloud
+2cm
1℃
Mixed
+1cm
2℃
Mixed
+1cm
2,525m
1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
2℃
Snow
+6cm
0℃
Snow
+11cm
1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
5℃
Cloud
5℃
Snow
6℃
Snow
1,850m
5℃
Snow
7℃
Cloud
4℃
Light Snow
+2cm
5℃
Light Snow
9℃
Cloud
11℃
Lt Rain
13℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 2,429m
to 2,099m

varying 2,359m
to 2,029m

varying 2,069m
to 1,850m

varying 2,039m
to 1,859m

varying 2,409m
to 2,259m

varying 2,519m
to 2,489m

varying 2,619m
to 2,589m

Max Town5℃7℃4℃5℃9℃11℃13℃
Min Town3℃1℃1℃1℃2℃3℃4℃

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.

Val Thorens 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 5℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 3cm New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLt RainFog

Light snow at altitude, light rain showers, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,429m to 2,099m, with rain below.

Max 7℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 8cm New Snow

MixedCloudRainLight Snow

Clear spells first, cloudy then rain, light snow at altitude later.

Snow Line from 2,359m to 2,029m, with rain below.

Max 4℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

2cm to 11cm New Snow

Light SnowSnowLight SnowLight Snow

Light snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow at altitude, light snow later.

Snow Line from 2,069m to resort level.

Max 5℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 3cm New Snow

CloudCloudLight SnowLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow at altitude later.

Snow Line from 2,039m to 1,859m, with rain below.

Max 9℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

up to 2cm New Snow

FogCloudLt RainMixed

Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 2,409m to 2,259m, with rain below.

Max 11℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
10

up to 1cm New Snow

ClearCloudLt RainClear

Clear sky first, cloudy then light rain showers, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 2,519m to 2,489m, with rain below.

Max 13℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
11

up to 1cm New Snow

ClearCloudLt RainCloud

Clear sky first, cloudy then light rain showers, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 2,619m to 2,589m, with rain below.

This Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, 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 Val Thorens, 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.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast updated at 12:31 NZST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Val Thorens

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Val Thorens
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrMonTueWedThuFriSatSun 7 Day
Arc 195021cm 31cm
Les Menuires21cm 30cm
Les Arcs21cm 29cm
Tignes18cm 28cm
Val d'Isère18cm 28cm
La Plagne18cm 27cm
Saint Martin de Belleville20cm 27cm
Val Cenis18cm 24cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val Thorens

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