La Grave Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Grave
This is the Snow and Weather for La Grave from 18 February.
Updated 18 February 2026 00:42 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Grave.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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La Grave Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in La Grave?
| Next Snow Expected | 19 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 25cm 10in |
| Next 48 Hours | 32cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 38cm 15in |
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Forecast for today in La Grave
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 21°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,400m 4,593ft ).
Forecast times for La Grave are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 18 February 2026 04:44 UTC
Powder Possible :- 32cm 13in of Fresh Snow is forecast for La Grave over the next 2 days.
Alpe d'Huez ( 18km 11 miles from La Grave) is reporting "Hard(High)".*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
La Grave Snow Report
Snow report from Alpe d'Huez ( 18km 11 miles from La Grave)
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard High |
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| Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 3,600m 11,811ft | -9℃ 15°F
+1cm
| -12℃ 11°F
 +25cm +10in
| -13℃ 8°F
 +7cm +3in
| -8℃ 17°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
 | -5℃ 22°F
| -5℃ 23°F
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| 2,500m 8,202ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -4℃ 24°F
+25cm +10in
| -6℃ 21°F
+7cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 36°F
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| 1,400m 4,593ft | 5℃ 42°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+26cm +10in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +9cm +4in
| 5℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 49°F
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| Snow Line | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | ||||
| Max Town | 5℃ 42°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 33°F | 5℃ 42°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 21°F | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°F | -4℃ 25°F | -2℃ 28°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 30°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 Grave
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Corbier | 45cm 18in | 57cm 23in | |||||||
| Vaujany | 44cm 17in | 52cm 21in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 41cm 16in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 41cm 16in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| Chamrousse | 38cm 15in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 33cm 13in | 39cm 16in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 33cm 13in | 39cm 16in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 9cm 3in | 10cm 4in |
Snow Reliability
La Grave typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 200 cm in winter months. Snowfall is consistent, but it is advisable to check the latest snow reports on J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Grave
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Grave, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Grave, 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 Grave 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 Grave 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 Grave 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.