Le Tour Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 08 May 2026 12:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Le Tour
Snow and Weather from 8 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Le Tour Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Le Tour?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 11cm 4in |
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Forecast for today in Le Tour
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, rain showers later.
Forecast times for Le Tour are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Fri 08 | Sat 09 | Sun 10 | Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,190m 7,185ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 46°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 4℃ 40°F
 +1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
| -1℃ 31°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| 1,820m 5,971ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 5℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 42°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
|
| 1,450m 4,757ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,896m 6,220ft | varying 1,804m 5,919ft | varying 1,865m 6,119ft | varying 1,819m 5,968ft | varying 2,096m 6,877ft | ||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 15℃ 59°F | 13℃ 56°F | 10℃ 50°F | 10℃ 49°F | 10℃ 49°F | 6℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°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 Le Tour
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 17cm 7in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 4cm 2in | 39cm 15in | |||||||
| Argentière | 5cm 2in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 4cm 1in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Megève | 2cm 1in | 35cm 14in | |||||||
| Morzine | 1cm 1in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| St Gervais Mont-Blanc | 3cm 1in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Morillon | 1cm - | 29cm 11in |
Snow Reliability
Le Tour enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 50 to 200 cm throughout the season. Regular snowfall ensures quality skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Tour
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Tour, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Tour, 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 Le Tour 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 Le Tour 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 Le Tour 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.