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Valmeinier Snow Forecast - 6th May 2025

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Valmeinier Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Valmeinier

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Valmeinier, France for 16 days from 6 May.

Updated 06 May 2025 12:37 NZST.

Valmeinier Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected7 May
Next Snow Amount7cm
Next 48 Hours13cm
Next 7 Days14cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Valmeinier

Max 8℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 3cm New Snow

FogFogCloudShwrs

Fog, cloudy, rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,269m to 2,159m, with rain below.

Valmeinier has 13cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Valmeinier from OpenMeteo
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Wind
2,600m
5℃
Snow
+3cm
-2℃
Light Snow
+7cm
2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
1℃
Light Snow
4℃
Mixed
5℃
Cloud
6℃
Cloud
2,050m
9℃
Cloud
2℃
Light Snow
+7cm
4℃
Mixed
4℃
Mixed
8℃
Cloud
10℃
Mixed
11℃
Cloud
1,500m
8℃
Cloud
5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
8℃
Cloud
8℃
Cloud
12℃
Fair
15℃
Mixed
15℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 2,269m
to 2,159m

varying 2,069m
to 1,689m

varying 2,169m
to 2,019m

varying 2,129m
to 2,119m

Max Town8℃5℃8℃8℃12℃15℃15℃
Min Town3℃2℃2℃2℃3℃6℃7℃

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.

Valmeinier 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 8℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 3cm New Snow

FogFogCloudShwrs

Fog, cloudy, rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,269m to 2,159m, with rain below.

Max 5℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 7cm New Snow

Lt RainLight SnowLt RainFog

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

Snow Line from 2,069m to 1,689m, with rain below.

Max 8℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
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

MixedMixedCloudFog

Clear spells, cloudy, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,169m to 2,019m, with rain below.

Max 8℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 8℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

Snow unlikely

FogCloudLt RainMixed

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

Max 12℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudFair

Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, fair later.

Max 15℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

ClearFairMixedFair

Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fair later.

Max 15℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 15℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedShwrsCloud

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

This Snow Forecast for Valmeinier, 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 Valmeinier, 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.

Valmeinier Snow Forecast updated at 12:37 NZST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Valmeinier

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Valmeinier
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Les Deux Alpes13cm 32cm
Les Menuires25cm 28cm
Alpe d'Huez21cm 31cm
Val Thorens14cm 17cm
Serre Chevalier12cm 13cm
Courchevel9cm 11cm
Méribel7cm 9cm

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.