Tignes Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 18 May 2026 07:48 UTC
Snow Forecast for Tignes
Snow and Weather from 18 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
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Tignes Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tignes?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in Tignes
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
18
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,535m 8,317ft to 1,796m 5,892ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Tignes are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 | Sat 23 | Sun 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,450m 11,319ft | -6℃ 20°F
 +4cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
 | 1℃ 33°F
| 1℃ 34°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 |
| 2,500m 8,202ft | -1℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| 1,550m 5,085ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 16℃ 62°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,535m 8,317ft | varying 3,058m 10,033ft | varying 3,427m 11,243ft | ||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 11℃ 52°F | 14℃ 57°F | 18℃ 65°F | 20℃ 67°F | 20℃ 67°F | 16℃ 62°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 29°F | 4℃ 39°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 37°F | 6℃ 42°F | 9℃ 48°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
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Arcs | 5cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Espace Killy | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Méribel | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Tignes Le Lac | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Tignes Val Claret | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Tignes enjoys excellent snow reliability, with average snow depths of around 1-3 meters during peak season. The high altitude and glacier ensure minimal snowmelt, but it's always best to check the latest snow info on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tignes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tignes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tignes, 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 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 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 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.