The Milky Way Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for The Milky Way
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This is the Snow Forecast for The Milky Way, France for 16 days from 30 April.
Updated 30 April 2025 00:37 UTC.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Milky Way.
Forecast for today in The Milky Way
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
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Serre Chevalier ( 6km 4 miles from The Milky Way) is reporting “Hard” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
The Milky Way Snow Report
Snow report from Serre Chevalier ( 6km 4 miles from The Milky Way)
| Upper Snow Depths | 159cm 63in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 35cm 14in |
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
| Last Snow | 52cm 20in of Snow - 17 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Serre Chevalier was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
The Milky Way 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F2 | ||||||
| 2,840m 9,318ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 53°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 42°F
 +3cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
|
| NE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,095m 6,873ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 55°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 20℃ 68°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,539m 8,330ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 18℃ 65°F | 20℃ 68°F | 19℃ 66°F | 18℃ 64°F | 17℃ 62°F | 17℃ 62°F | 12℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 50°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 43°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.
The Milky Way 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 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
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 9℃ 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 49°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain first, clear spells then thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,539m 8,330ft to 2,169m 7,116ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for The Milky Way, 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 The Milky Way, 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.
The Milky Way Snow Forecast updated at 00:37 UTC, next update expected 06:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near The Milky Way
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bardonecchia | - | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | - | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Valmeinier | - | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Valloire | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Val Cenis | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Sansicario | - | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | - | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Sestrière | - | 4cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Milky Way
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Milky Way, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Milky Way, 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 The Milky Way 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 The Milky Way 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 The Milky Way 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.