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Valmorel Snow Forecast - 11th May 2026

Valmorel Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 11 May 2026 06:55 UTC

Snow Forecast for Valmorel

Snow and Weather from 11 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Valmorel Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Valmorel?

Valmorel Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,975m)
Next Snow Expected12 May
Next Snow Amount 6cm 3in
Next 48 Hours 7cm 3in
Next 7 Days 14cm 5in
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Forecast for today in Valmorel

Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 5℃ 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
11

up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow

Lt RainLt DrizzleLt DrizzleDrizzle

Light rain, light drizzle, drizzle later.

Snow Line from 2,277m 7,470ft to 1,938m 6,358ft , with rain below.

Forecast times for Valmorel are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Valmorel from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
11
Tue
12
Wed
13
Thu
14
Fri
15
Sat
16
Sun
17
Wind
2,550m 8,366ft
2℃ 35°F
Light Snow
+5cm +2in
-2℃ 28°F
Snow
+8cm +3in
2℃ 36°F
Cloud
-1℃ 30°F
Light Snow
+4cm +2in
-3℃ 27°F
Snow
+6cm +2in
-3℃ 26°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
1℃ 34°F
Cloud
1,975m 6,480ft
6℃ 42°F
Light Snow
2℃ 35°F
Snow
+6cm +3in
6℃ 43°F
Cloud
3℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
1℃ 34°F
Snow
+5cm +2in
1℃ 33°F
Light Snow
+1cm
5℃ 41°F
Cloud
1,400m 4,593ft
9℃ 49°F
Lt Drizzle
8℃ 47°F
Mixed
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
7℃ 44°F
Snow
6℃ 43°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
6℃ 43°F
Light Snow
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 2,277m 7,470ft
to 1,938m 6,358ft

varying 1,985m 6,512ft
to 1,400m 4,593ft

varying 2,200m 7,218ft
to 1,400m 4,593ft

varying 2,108m 6,916ft
to 1,400m 4,593ft

varying 2,138m 7,014ft
to 1,400m 4,593ft

Max Town 9℃ 49°F 8℃ 47°F 9℃ 48°F 7℃ 44°F 6℃ 43°F 6℃ 43°F 9℃ 48°F
Min Town 5℃ 41°F 1℃ 34°F 2℃ 35°F -2℃ 29°F 0℃ 31°F 1℃ 33°F 1℃ 34°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.

Snow Forecast near Valmorel

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Valmorel
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Courchevel 20cm 8in 37cm 14in
Les Arcs 19cm 7in 35cm 14in
Méribel 17cm 7in 45cm 18in
Tignes 17cm 7in 31cm 12in
Doucy-Combelouvière 15cm 6in 30cm 12in
Le Grand Domaine 15cm 6in 30cm 12in
La Plagne 17cm 7in 29cm 11in
St François Longchamp 13cm 5in 29cm 12in

Snow Reliability

Valmorel enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average depth of around 160 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures quality skiing, but check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valmorel

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