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Val Thorens Snow Forecast - 7th February 2025

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Val Thorens Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Val Thorens

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This is the Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, France for 16 days from 7 February.

Updated 07 February 2025 02:41 UTC.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected10 February
Next Snow Amount1cm-
Next 48 Hours--
Next 7 Days1cm-
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Val Thorens.

Forecast for today in Val Thorens

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
07

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudFair

Fair, cloudy, fair later.

Val Thorens is reporting “Soft Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Val Thorens Snow Report

Val Thorens Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths230cm91in
Lower Snow Depths180cm71in
Snow ConditionsSoft Snow
Last Snow90cm35in of Snow - 29 January
Pistes Open72 Pistes
Avalanche Risk Level
The Avalanche Risk Level in Val Thorens was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Val Thorens 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Val Thorens from OpenMeteo
Fri
07
Sat
08
Sun
09
Mon
10
Tue
11
Wed
12
Thu
13
WindSE F4SE F5
3,200m10,499ft
-9℃17°F
Cloud
-10℃14°F
Mixed
-8℃17°F
Fair
-9℃16°F
Light Snow
+1cm
-9℃15°F
Cloud
-11℃12°F
Clear
-11℃11°F
Clear
SE F3SE F5
2,525m8,284ft
-4℃25°F
Cloud
-5℃22°F
Mixed
-3℃26°F
Fair
-4℃24°F
Light Snow
+1cm
-4℃25°F
Cloud
-7℃20°F
Cloud
-7℃20°F
Clear
SE F4SE F5
1,850m6,070ft
2℃35°F
Cloud
0℃32°F
Mixed
1℃34°F
Clear
0℃31°F
Fair
1℃33°F
Cloud
-1℃30°F
Fair
-1℃30°F
Clear
Snow Line

1,850m6,070ft

Max Town2℃35°F0℃32°F1℃34°F0℃31°F1℃33°F-1℃30°F-1℃30°F
Min Town-1℃29°F-2℃29°F-4℃25°F-4℃25°F-4℃26°F-5℃24°F-5℃23°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.

Val Thorens 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
07

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudFair

Fair, cloudy, fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
08

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
09

Snow unlikely

FairClearMixedMixed

Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
10

up to 1cm New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsLight SnowFairClear

Light snow showers first, light snow then fair, clear sky later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
11

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
12

Snow unlikely

MixedFairCloudFog

Clear spells first, fair then cloudy, fog later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
13

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

This Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, 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 Val Thorens, 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.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast updated at 02:41 UTC, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Val Thorens

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Val Thorens
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrFriSatSunMonTueWedThu 7 Day
Méribel-4cm2in
La Plagne-2cm1in
Val Cenis1cm- 2cm1in
Val d'Isère1cm- 2cm1in
Arc 1950-1cm-
Les Arcs-1cm-
Les Menuires-1cm-
Saint Martin de Belleville-1cm-

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val Thorens

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Val Thorens, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Val Thorens, 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 Val Thorens 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 Val Thorens 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 Val Thorens 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.