Plagne Bellecôte Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Plagne Bellecôte
This is the Snow and Weather for Plagne Bellecôte from 16 February.
Updated 16 February 2026 12:41 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Plagne Bellecôte.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Plagne Bellecôte Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Bellecôte?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 28cm 11in |
| Next 48 Hours | 49cm 19in |
| Next 7 Days | 70cm 28in |
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Forecast for today in Plagne Bellecôte
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 21°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
16
28cm 11in New Snow
Heavy snow.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,930m 6,332ft ).
Forecast times for Plagne Bellecôte are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 February 2026 16:44 UTC
Powder Possible :- 49cm 19in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Plagne Bellecôte over the next 2 days.
La Plagne (including Plagne Bellecôte) is reporting "Wet Snow".*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Plagne Bellecôte Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 245cm 96in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
| Snow Conditions | Wet Snow |
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| Last Snow | 22cm 9in of Snow - 16 February |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in La Plagne was reported as 4 (High) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | ||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | -9℃ 15°F
+28cm +11in
| -14℃ 7°F
 +14cm +5in
| -8℃ 18°F
+7cm +3in
| -11℃ 11°F
+18cm +7in
| -10℃ 13°F
 +3cm +1in
| -9℃ 16°F
 +1cm
| -1℃ 29°F
 |
| W F2 | |||||||
| 2,590m 8,497ft | -5℃ 23°F
+28cm +11in
| -9℃ 15°F
+14cm +5in
| -3℃ 26°F
+7cm +3in
| -7℃ 19°F
+18cm +7in
| -6℃ 21°F
+3cm +1in
| -5℃ 24°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
|
| 1,930m 6,332ft | -2℃ 28°F
+28cm +11in
| -5℃ 22°F
+16cm +6in
| 1℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| -3℃ 26°F
+18cm +7in
| -2℃ 29°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,930m 6,332ft | 1,930m 6,332ft | 1,930m 6,332ft | 1,930m 6,332ft | 1,930m 6,332ft | 1,930m 6,332ft | |
| Max Town | -2℃ 28°F | -5℃ 22°F | 1℃ 33°F | -3℃ 26°F | -2℃ 29°F | 0℃ 31°F | 7℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 21°F | -9℃ 17°F | -13℃ 9°F | -5℃ 23°F | -5℃ 23°F | -5℃ 22°F | -12℃ 11°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 Plagne Bellecôte
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plagne Montalbert | 63cm 25in | 92cm 36in | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | 64cm 25in | 91cm 36in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 47cm 18in | 71cm 28in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | 49cm 19in | 71cm 28in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 47cm 18in | 70cm 27in | |||||||
| Plagne Soleil | 49cm 19in | 70cm 27in | |||||||
| Plagne Villages | 49cm 19in | 70cm 27in | |||||||
| Plagne Centre | 49cm 19in | 69cm 27in |
Snow Reliability
Plagne Bellecôte enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 2 meters throughout the season. Consistent snowfall ensures great skiing, but for the latest snow updates, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Bellecôte
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Bellecôte, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Bellecôte, 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 Plagne Bellecôte 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 Plagne Bellecôte 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 Plagne Bellecôte 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.