Risoul Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Risoul
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This is the Snow Forecast for Risoul, France for 16 days from 30 April.
Updated 30 April 2025 06:36 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Risoul.
Forecast for today in Risoul
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Risoul is reporting “Spring Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Risoul Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 120cm 47in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 60cm 24in |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Risoul was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Risoul 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,750m 9,022ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 53°F
 | 9℃ 49°F
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
 |
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 9℃ 49°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| 1,650m 5,413ft | 17℃ 63°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 18℃ 63°F
| 13℃ 55°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 56°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,479m 8,133ft | varying 2,449m 8,035ft | varying 2,199m 7,215ft | ||||
| Max Town | 17℃ 63°F | 18℃ 65°F | 20℃ 67°F | 18℃ 63°F | 13℃ 55°F | 13℃ 55°F | 13℃ 56°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 48°F | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 41°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.
Risoul Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 20℃ 67°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 67°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 18℃ 63°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Rain showers early, then thunderstorms later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Rain showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,449m 8,035ft to 2,329m 7,641ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then light rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Risoul, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Risoul, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Risoul Snow Forecast updated at 06:36 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Risoul
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sestrière | - | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Les Orres | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | - | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| La Forêt Blanche | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Vars | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Le Sauze Super Sauze | - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | - | 1cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Risoul
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Risoul, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Risoul, 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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 Risoul 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.