Tignes Le Lac Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 October 2026 08:43 UTC
Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac
Snow and Weather from 21 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Tignes Le Lac Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tignes Le Lac?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 21cm 8in |
| Next 7 Days | 45cm 18in |
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Forecast for today in Tignes Le Lac
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -2℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
21
7cm to 13cm 3in to 5in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, light snow showers then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,469m 8,100ft to resort level ( 2,100m 6,890ft ).
Forecast times for Tignes Le Lac are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 October 2026 11:48 UTC
Powder Possible :- 21cm 8in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Tignes Le Lac over the next 2 days.
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,450m 11,319ft | -5℃ 23°F
+13cm +5in
| -9℃ 16°F
 | -6℃ 21°F
 +8cm +3in
| -12℃ 11°F
+4cm +1in
| -6℃ 20°F
+20cm +8in
| -3℃ 26°F
 | -1℃ 31°F
 |
| 2,775m 9,104ft | -1℃ 31°F
+13cm +5in
| -4℃ 24°F
| -2℃ 29°F
+8cm +3in
| -7℃ 19°F
+4cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+20cm +8in
| 1℃ 34°F
| 4℃ 38°F
|
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 4℃ 39°F
+7cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+9cm +4in
| -2℃ 27°F
+4cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+10cm +4in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 9℃ 49°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,469m 8,100ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | 2,100m 6,890ft | varying 2,162m 7,093ft | ||
| Max Town | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | -2℃ 27°F | 2℃ 35°F | 7℃ 44°F | 9℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 27°F | -8℃ 17°F | -5℃ 23°F | -6℃ 21°F | -5℃ 22°F | -8℃ 17°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 Tignes Le Lac
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Arcs | 22cm 9in | 47cm 18in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 21cm 8in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Tignes | 21cm 8in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Tignes Les Brévières | 22cm 9in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Tignes Val Claret | 22cm 8in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Tignes Les Boisses | 22cm 8in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 22cm 8in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 19cm 7in | 41cm 16in |
How reliable is the snow in Tignes Le Lac?
Tignes Le Lac benefits from its high base altitude of 2100m and access to the Grande Motte glacier at 3456m, giving some of the most snow-sure skiing in the Alps. The glacier allows skiing on snow well into autumn and again from early winter, while natural snowfall through the season generally keeps lower pistes in good condition. Check J2Ski for up-to-date snow depths and recent snowfall reports before you travel.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tignes Le Lac
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tignes Le Lac, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tignes Le Lac, 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 Tignes Le Lac 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 Tignes Le Lac 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 Tignes Le Lac 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.