Bessans Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bessans
This is the Snow and Weather for Bessans from 17 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 00:43 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bessans.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Bessans Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Bessans?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 19cm 7in |
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Forecast for today in Bessans
Max -4℃ 25°F
Min -7℃ 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 20°F and not getting above -4℃ 25°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
17
7cm 3in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,750m 5,741ft ).
Forecast times for Bessans are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 17 February 2026 05:50 UTC
Powder Possible :- 16cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Bessans over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Bessans Snow Report
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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | -7℃ 19°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
+9cm +4in
| -5℃ 24°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 5℃ 42°F
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| 1,975m 6,480ft | -6℃ 22°F
+7cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
+9cm +4in
| -3℃ 26°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 7℃ 44°F
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| 1,750m 5,741ft | -4℃ 25°F
+7cm +3in
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
+9cm +4in
| -2℃ 29°F
+3cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 8℃ 47°F
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| Snow Line | 1,750m 5,741ft | 1,750m 5,741ft | 1,750m 5,741ft | 1,750m 5,741ft | varying 1,765m 5,791ft | ||
| Max Town | -4℃ 25°F | 3℃ 38°F | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 40°F | 8℃ 47°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 20°F | -11℃ 13°F | -9℃ 17°F | -8℃ 18°F | -7℃ 19°F | -4℃ 24°F | -4℃ 25°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.
Snow Forecast near Bessans
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
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| Courchevel | 38cm 15in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 38cm 15in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 38cm 15in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Méribel | 39cm 15in | 52cm 21in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 32cm 12in | 49cm 19in | |||||||
| Tignes | 32cm 12in | 49cm 19in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 32cm 12in | 48cm 19in |
Snow Reliability
Bessans typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 80-120 cm during peak season. Visitors are encouraged to check the latest snow info on J2Ski for up-to-date conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bessans
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bessans, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bessans, 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 Bessans 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 Bessans 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 Bessans 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.