Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 November 2026 06:51 UTC
Snow Forecast for Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
Snow and Weather from 12 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Sainte-Foy Tarentaise Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 94cm 37in |
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Forecast for today in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
up to 11cm up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy first, drizzle then light rain showers, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,181m 7,156ft to 1,935m 6,348ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Sainte-Foy Tarentaise are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 November 2026 09:47 UTC
Powder Possible :- 24cm 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Sainte-Foy Tarentaise over the next 4 days.
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,620m 8,596ft | 0℃ 32°F
 +11cm +4in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
 | -2℃ 28°F
+12cm +5in
| -2℃ 28°F
+14cm +6in
| -5℃ 23°F
+34cm +13in
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 2,085m 6,841ft | 3℃ 36°F
+8cm +3in
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 | -1℃ 29°F
+13cm +5in
| 1℃ 33°F
+18cm +7in
| -3℃ 26°F
+30cm +12in
|
| 1,550m 5,085ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 33°F
+27cm +11in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,181m 7,156ft | varying 1,996m 6,549ft | varying 1,750m 5,741ft | varying 1,765m 5,791ft | varying 1,965m 6,447ft | 1,550m 5,085ft | |
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 40°F | 8℃ 46°F | 8℃ 47°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 41°F | 0℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 39°F | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 27°F | 0℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | -8℃ 18°F | -3℃ 27°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 Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 14cm 6in | 109cm 43in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 17cm 7in | 98cm 39in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 18cm 7in | 98cm 38in | |||||||
| Tignes | 18cm 7in | 98cm 38in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 17cm 7in | 97cm 38in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 19cm 8in | 97cm 38in | |||||||
| Méribel | 11cm 4in | 81cm 32in |
How reliable is the snow in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise?
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 100 to 250 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check the updates on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sainte-Foy Tarentaise, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sainte-Foy Tarentaise, 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 Sainte-Foy Tarentaise 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 Sainte-Foy Tarentaise 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 Sainte-Foy Tarentaise 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.