Saint-Véran Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Saint-Véran
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This is the Snow Forecast for Saint-Véran, France for 15 days from 30 April.
Updated 29 April 2025 22:35 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Saint-Véran.
Forecast for today in Saint-Véran
Max 13℃ 54°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Risoul ( 19km 12 miles from Saint-Véran) is reporting “Spring Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Saint-Véran Snow Report
Snow report from Risoul ( 19km 12 miles from Saint-Véran)
| 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. | |
Saint-Véran 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | W F2 | S F2 | E F2 | |
| 2,830m 9,285ft | 6℃ 43°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
 | 9℃ 49°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 +4cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| E F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | W F2 | S F2 | E F2 | ||
| 2,435m 7,989ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 +3cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm +1in
|
| SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,040m 6,693ft | 13℃ 54°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 9℃ 47°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,169m 7,116ft | 2,040m 6,693ft | |||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 54°F | 15℃ 59°F | 17℃ 63°F | 14℃ 57°F | 13℃ 56°F | 9℃ 47°F | 2℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 38°F | 6℃ 44°F | 6℃ 44°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 31°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.
Saint-Véran 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 13℃ 54°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Rain showers early, then cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
2cm to 4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,169m 7,116ft to resort level.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
2cm to 3cm 1in New Snow
Light snow showers, light snow, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Saint-Véran, 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 Saint-Véran, 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.
Saint-Véran Snow Forecast updated at 22:35 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Saint-Véran
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sestrière | - | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | - | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Les Orres | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | - | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Risoul | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | - | 1cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saint-Véran
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saint-Véran, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saint-Véran, 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 Saint-Véran 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 Saint-Véran 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 Saint-Véran 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.