St Jean d'Arves Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for St Jean d'Arves
This is the Snow Forecast for St Jean d'Arves, France for 16 days from 18 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 22:36 UTC.
Forecast times for St Jean d'Arves are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for St Jean d'Arves.
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St Jean d'Arves Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in St Jean d'Arves?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 17cm 7in |
Forecast for today in St Jean d'Arves
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Alpe d'Huez ( 20km 13 miles from St Jean d'Arves) is reporting “Hard” with 6cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
St Jean d'Arves Snow Report
Snow report from Alpe d'Huez ( 20km 13 miles from St Jean d'Arves)
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
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| Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F2 | ||||||
| 2,260m 7,415ft | -3℃ 27°F
 | 1℃ 33°F
 | -5℃ 23°F
 +6cm +2in
| -10℃ 14°F
+4cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +1cm
|
| SW F3 | |||||||
| 1,855m 6,086ft | 0℃ 32°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| -4℃ 25°F
+5cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,450m 4,757ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| -3℃ 26°F
+5cm +2in
| -7℃ 20°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 +1cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,450m 4,757ft | 1,450m 4,757ft | 1,450m 4,757ft | ||||
| Max Town | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | -3℃ 26°F | -7℃ 20°F | -4℃ 24°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 27°F | -8℃ 18°F | -10℃ 14°F | -11℃ 12°F | -6℃ 20°F | -1℃ 30°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.
St Jean d'Arves 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 2℃ 35°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max -3℃ 26°F
Min -8℃ 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ 18°F and not getting above -3℃ 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
5cm to 6cm 2in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -7℃ 20°F
Min -10℃ 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ 14°F and not getting above -7℃ 20°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
3cm to 4cm 1in New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -4℃ 24°F
Min -11℃ 12°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ 12°F and not getting above -4℃ 24°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -6℃ 20°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 20°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, light rain later.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
24
1cm New Snow
Rain, heavy snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for St Jean d'Arves, 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 St Jean d'Arves, 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.
St Jean d'Arves Snow Forecast updated at 22:36 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near St Jean d'Arves
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 4cm 1in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Albiez Montrond | 4cm 1in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 4cm 1in | 35cm 14in | |||||||
| St Sorlin d'Arves | 7cm 3in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 4cm 1in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Méribel | 6cm 2in | 32cm 12in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 6cm 3in | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Les Bottières | 6cm 2in | 30cm 12in |
Snow Reliability
St Jean d'Arves typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information and updates, be sure to check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in St Jean d'Arves
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to St Jean d'Arves, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in St Jean d'Arves, 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 St Jean d'Arves 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 St Jean d'Arves 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 St Jean d'Arves 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.