La Bourboule Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Bourboule
This is the Snow and Weather for La Bourboule from 8 February.
Updated 08 February 2026 12:16 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Bourboule.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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La Bourboule Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in La Bourboule?
| Next Snow Expected | 10 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 19cm 7in |
Forecast for today in La Bourboule
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Forecast times for La Bourboule are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Le Mont-Dore ( 5km 3 miles from La Bourboule) is reporting “Hard” with up to 36cm 14in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
La Bourboule Snow Report
Snow report from Le Mont-Dore ( 5km 3 miles from La Bourboule)
| Upper Snow Depths | 100cm 39in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 100cm 39in |
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
| Last Snow | 7 February |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Le Mont-Dore was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Sun 08 | Mon 09 | Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F5 | SW F4 | SW F4 | NW F4 | |
| 1,880m 6,168ft | 0℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
 +5cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +8cm +3in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +9cm +3in
| -3℃ 26°F
+8cm +3in
| -4℃ 24°F
+4cm +1in
|
| SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F5 | SW F4 | SW F4 | NW F4 | ||
| 1,365m 4,478ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+8cm +3in
| -1℃ 31°F
+4cm +1in
|
| S F3 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | SW F4 | NW F3 | ||
| 850m 2,789ft | 9℃ 47°F
| 6℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 46°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 4℃ 38°F
 | 3℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,604m 5,262ft | varying 1,235m 4,052ft | varying 1,573m 5,161ft | varying 1,619m 5,312ft | varying 1,419m 4,656ft | varying 1,173m 3,848ft | varying 1,004m 3,294ft |
| Max Town | 9℃ 47°F | 6℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 45°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 38°F | 3℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°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 La Bourboule
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chastreix-Sancy | 4cm 2in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Le Mont-Dore | 5cm 2in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Chambon des Neiges | 4cm 2in | 25cm 10in |
Snow Reliability
La Bourboule typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching up to 100 cm in winter. For the latest updates on snowfall and conditions, visit J2Ski for current information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Bourboule
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Bourboule, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Bourboule, 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 Bourboule 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 Bourboule 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 Bourboule 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.