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Valtournenche Snow Forecast - 7th October 2026

Valtournenche Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 07 October 2026 08:47 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Valtournenche

Snow and Weather from 7 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Valtournenche Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Valtournenche?

Valtournenche Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,305m)
Next Snow Expected8 October
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours3cm
Next 7 Days3cm
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Forecast for today in Valtournenche

Max 10℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 10℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 4cm New Snow

Lt DrizzleLt DrizzleLt DrizzleLt Drizzle

Light drizzle.

Snow Line from 2,797m to 2,628m, with rain below.

Forecast times for Valtournenche are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Valtournenche from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wind
3,090m
-1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+4cm
0℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+9cm
-1℃
Fair
+1cm
-1℃
Cloud
0℃
Mixed
3℃
Clear
5℃
Cloud
2,305m
5℃
Lt Drizzle
7℃
Light Snow
+3cm
7℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
8℃
Fair
8℃
Mixed
10℃
Clear
13℃
Mixed
1,520m
10℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Lt Rain
15℃
Mixed
15℃
Mixed
17℃
Clear
19℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 2,797m
to 2,628m

varying 2,935m
to 2,105m

varying 2,274m
to 2,135m

Max Town10℃12℃14℃15℃15℃17℃19℃
Min Town9℃5℃6℃4℃3℃4℃6℃

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 Valtournenche

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Valtournenche
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayWeThFrSaSuMoTu
Verbier26cm 27cm
Saas-Fee20cm 21cm
Breuil-Cervinia19cm 20cm
Zermatt17cm 17cm
Grimentz13cm 16cm
Champoluc15cm 15cm
Pila9cm 9cm

How reliable is the snow in Valtournenche?

Valtournenche enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100-200 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall and high elevation ensure good skiing conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valtournenche

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