Val Thorens Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Val Thorens
This is the Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, France for 17 days from 16 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 08:33 CST.
Forecast times for Val Thorens are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val Thorens.
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Val Thorens Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Val Thorens?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 12cm |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm |
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Forecast for today in Val Thorens
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 4cm New Snow
Rain showers, cloudy, snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,509m to 2,099m, with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 November 2025 11:36 CST
Powder Possible :- 12cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Val Thorens over the next 2 days.
Val Thorens Snow Report
Snow report from Méribel (13km from Val Thorens)
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | W F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||
| 3,200m | -3℃
 +4cm
| -6℃
 +8cm
| -6℃
 | -7℃
 | -10℃
+2cm
| -17℃
+2cm
| -17℃
+3cm
|
| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 2,525m | 2℃
+3cm
| -2℃
+9cm
| -2℃
| -3℃
| -6℃
+4cm
| -12℃
+2cm
| -12℃
+3cm
|
| S F3 | |||||||
| 1,850m | 7℃
| 3℃
| 3℃
| 1℃
| -2℃
+4cm
| -5℃
+1cm
| -5℃
+2cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,509m | 2,099m | 1,850m | 1,850m | 1,850m | 1,850m | |
| Max Town | 7℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | -2℃ | -5℃ | -5℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | -6℃ | -6℃ | -4℃ | -9℃ | -11℃ | -9℃ |
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 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 4cm New Snow
Rain showers, cloudy, snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,509m to 2,099m, with rain below.
Max 3℃
Min -6℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 8cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to 2,099m, with rain below.
Max 3℃
Min -6℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 1℃
Min -4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max -2℃
Min -9℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
2cm to 4cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow showers then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -5℃
Min -11℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ and not getting above -5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -5℃
Min -9℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ and not getting above -5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
2cm to 3cm New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
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 08:33 CST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Val Thorens
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Plagne | 12cm | 32cm | |||||||
| Arc 1950 | 13cm | 30cm | |||||||
| Saint Martin de Belleville | 15cm | 28cm | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 16cm | 26cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 7cm | 25cm | |||||||
| The Three Valleys | 13cm | 23cm | |||||||
| Courchevel | 10cm | 20cm | |||||||
| Méribel | 11cm | 20cm |
Snow Reliability
Val Thorens is known for its snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 2 meters and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
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.