Les Bottières Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Bottières
This is the Snow Forecast for Les Bottières, France for 17 days from 13 December.
Updated 13 December 2025 12:53 UTC.
Forecast times for Les Bottières are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Bottières.
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Les Bottières Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Les Bottières?
| Next Snow Expected | 19 December |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in Les Bottières
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Les Bottières has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Bottières Snow Report
Snow report from St Sorlin d'Arves (near Les Bottières)
| Upper Snow Depths | 100cm 39in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 35cm 14in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Ski area reported to be open, with 19 runs available.
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| Sat 13 | Sun 14 | Mon 15 | Tue 16 | Wed 17 | Thu 18 | Fri 19 | |
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| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 2,620m 8,596ft | -1℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 30°F
 | -2℃ 28°F
| -3℃ 27°F
 | -1℃ 30°F
| -2℃ 29°F
 +2cm +1in
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| S F2 | |||||||
| 1,960m 6,430ft | 4℃ 38°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,959m 6,427ft | varying 1,909m 6,263ft | |||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 46°F | 6℃ 43°F | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 46°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 4℃ 38°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°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 Les Bottières
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d'Huez | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| La Toussuire | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Les Sybelles | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| St Colomban des Villards | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| St Jean d'Arves | - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| St Sorlin d'Arves | - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Albiez Montrond | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Les Bottières enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of up to 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check out J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Bottières
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Bottières, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Bottières, 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 Les Bottières 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 Les Bottières 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 Les Bottières 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.