Tignes Le Lac Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac
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This is the Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac, France for 16 days from 22 May.
Updated 22 May 2025 14:37 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Tignes Le Lac.
Forecast for today in Tignes Le Lac
Max 4℃ 38°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
2cm to 4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow first, light snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to resort level.
Tignes Le Lac has 4cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Tignes Le Lac Snow Report
Snow report from La Plagne ( 5km 3 miles from Tignes Le Lac)
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 24 April |
Tignes Le Lac 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | Wed 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 3,450m 11,319ft | -4℃ 24°F
 +4cm +2in
| -2℃ 27°F
| -2℃ 29°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +2cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
| 2℃ 36°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 2,775m 9,104ft | -1℃ 29°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,219m 7,280ft | varying 2,799m 9,183ft | varying 2,589m 8,494ft | ||||
| Max Town | 4℃ 38°F | 6℃ 42°F | 8℃ 47°F | 11℃ 52°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 12℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 33°F | 0℃ 31°F | -1℃ 30°F | 3℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°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.
Tignes Le Lac 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 4℃ 38°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
2cm to 4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow first, light snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to resort level.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
25
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,799m 9,183ft to 2,599m 8,527ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
26
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,589m 8,494ft to 2,469m 8,100ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
27
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Tignes Le Lac, 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 Tignes Le Lac, 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.
Tignes Le Lac Snow Forecast updated at 14:37 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Tignes Le Lac
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Arcs | 8cm 3in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 7cm 3in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 4cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Méribel | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Tignes | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Tignes Val Claret | 3cm 1in | 6cm 3in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 6cm 2in | 6cm 3in |
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.