Plagne Montalbert Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 02 June 2026 13:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Plagne Montalbert
Snow and Weather from 2 June.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Plagne Montalbert Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Montalbert?
| Next Snow Expected | 4 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in Plagne Montalbert
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
02
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Heavy drizzle first, light drizzle then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,965m 9,728ft to 2,473m 8,114ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Plagne Montalbert are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Tue 02 | Wed 03 | Thu 04 | Fri 05 | Sat 06 | Sun 07 | Mon 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | 6℃ 43°F
 +4cm +2in
| 4℃ 38°F
 +5cm +2in
| 6℃ 42°F
 +17cm +7in
| 1℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
 +1cm
| 7℃ 45°F
 +1cm
| 8℃ 47°F
|
| 2,300m 7,546ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 54°F
+5cm +2in
| 6℃ 43°F
 +1cm
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 56°F
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 19℃ 66°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 21℃ 69°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,965m 9,728ft | varying 2,704m 8,871ft | varying 2,996m 9,829ft | varying 2,673m 8,770ft | varying 2,950m 9,678ft | varying 2,688m 8,819ft | |
| Max Town | 19℃ 66°F | 16℃ 61°F | 18℃ 64°F | 13℃ 55°F | 18℃ 65°F | 20℃ 67°F | 21℃ 69°F |
| Min Town | 9℃ 48°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 42°F | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 45°F | 7℃ 44°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.
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Snow Forecast near Plagne Montalbert
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aime La Plagne | 25cm 10in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 19cm 7in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Tignes | 18cm 7in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | 18cm 7in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Plagne Centre | 18cm 7in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 16cm 6in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 18cm 7in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 18cm 7in | 20cm 8in |
Snow Reliability
Plagne Montalbert typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check out J2Ski for updates on snowfall and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Montalbert
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Montalbert, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Montalbert, 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 Montalbert 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 Montalbert 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 Montalbert 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.