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Valmeinier Snow Forecast - 16th May 2026

Valmeinier Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 15:42 NZST

Snow Forecast for Valmeinier

Snow and Weather from 16 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Valmeinier Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Valmeinier?

Valmeinier Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,050m)
Next Snow Expected18 May
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days2cm
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Forecast for today in Valmeinier

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

 
Snow Line

Sat
16

Snow unlikely

CloudLight SnowFairClear

Cloudy first, light snow then fair, clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Valmeinier from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
16		Sun
17		Mon
18		Tue
19		Wed
20		Thu
21		Fri
22
WindNW F2
2,600m
-4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
2℃
Cloud
2℃
Light Snow
+1cm
5℃
Cloud
7℃
Fair
11℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
2,050m
1℃
Light Snow
8℃
Fair
6℃
Light Snow
+1cm
9℃
Cloud
11℃
Fair
15℃
Fair
16℃
Clear
1,500m
5℃
Light Snow
11℃
Mixed
9℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Cloud
14℃
Fair
18℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
Snow Line

varying 1,915m
to 1,500m

varying 2,069m
to 1,854m

Max Town5℃11℃9℃12℃14℃18℃19℃
Min Town-1℃-5℃-1℃0℃4℃1℃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.

Snow Forecast near Valmeinier

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Valmeinier
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Courchevel6cm 7cm
Les Deux Alpes5cm 6cm
Alpe d'Huez5cm 5cm
Les Menuires4cm 4cm
Val Thorens4cm 4cm
Méribel3cm 3cm
Serre Chevalier3cm 3cm

Snow Reliability

Valmeinier typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information and conditions, check J2Ski for updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valmeinier

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