La Plagne Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Plagne
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This is the Snow Forecast for La Plagne, France for 16 days from 12 May.
Updated 12 May 2025 06:32 UTC.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Plagne.
Forecast for today in La Plagne
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fog later.
La Plagne has 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
La Plagne Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 24 April |
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| Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | -1℃ 29°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
 +1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 33°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| 0℃ 33°F
|
| 2,250m 7,382ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 47°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 15℃ 58°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,369m 7,772ft | 2,489m 8,166ft | varying 2,649m 8,691ft | varying 2,419m 7,936ft | |||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 53°F | 16℃ 61°F | 16℃ 61°F | 16℃ 60°F | 13℃ 56°F | 15℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 45°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 47°F | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 6℃ 43°F |
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.
La Plagne 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 11℃ 51°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fog later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
13
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog, clear spells, fog later.
Snow falling to 2,489m 8,166ft , with rain below.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
14
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then fair, clear spells later.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then light rain showers, fair later.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for La Plagne, 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 La Plagne, 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.
La Plagne Snow Forecast updated at 06:32 UTC, next update expected 09:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near La Plagne
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plagne Centre | 10cm 4in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 13cm 5in | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | 4cm 2in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 10cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Belle Plagne | 6cm 2in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| La Rosière | - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 6cm 2in | 7cm 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Plagne
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Plagne, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Plagne, 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 La Plagne 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 La Plagne 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 La Plagne 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.