Alpe d'Huez Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez
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This is the Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, France for 16 days from 14 June.
Updated 14 June 2025 20:33 UTC.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alpe d'Huez.
Forecast for today in Alpe d'Huez
Max 23℃ 73°F
Min 15℃ 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ 60°F to daytime highs around 23℃ 73°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain showers then clear spells, fair later.
Alpe d'Huez is reporting “Hard” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alpe d'Huez Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
Alpe d'Huez 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | |
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| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 18℃ 64°F
 | 18℃ 65°F
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| S F2 | |||||||
| 2,595m 8,514ft | 17℃ 62°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 15℃ 60°F
 | 23℃ 73°F
| 23℃ 73°F
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,860m 6,102ft | 23℃ 73°F
| 19℃ 67°F
 | 19℃ 65°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 21℃ 69°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 23℃ 73°F | 19℃ 67°F | 19℃ 65°F | 21℃ 70°F | 21℃ 69°F | 22℃ 72°F | 21℃ 69°F |
| Min Town | 15℃ 60°F | 11℃ 52°F | 10℃ 49°F | 11℃ 52°F | 11℃ 52°F | 12℃ 53°F | 14℃ 56°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.
Alpe d'Huez 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 23℃ 73°F
Min 15℃ 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ 60°F to daytime highs around 23℃ 73°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain showers then clear spells, fair later.
Max 19℃ 67°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, thunderstorms then rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 19℃ 65°F
Min 10℃ 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 49°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 21℃ 70°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
17
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Max 21℃ 69°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 69°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 12℃ 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 21℃ 69°F
Min 14℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Alpe d'Huez, 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 Alpe d'Huez, 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.
Alpe d'Huez Snow Forecast updated at 20:33 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alpe d'Huez
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alpe d'Huez, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alpe d'Huez, 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 Alpe d'Huez 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 Alpe d'Huez 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 Alpe d'Huez 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.