Valmorel Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Valmorel
This is the Snow and Weather for Valmorel from 9 February.
Updated 09 February 2026 14:10 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Valmorel.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Valmorel Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Valmorel?
| Next Snow Expected | 10 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 37cm 15in |
| Next 7 Days | 124cm 49in |
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Forecast for today in Valmorel
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 22°F and rising to 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
09
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Valmorel are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 09 February 2026 16:43 UTC
Powder Possible :- 37cm 15in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Valmorel over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Valmorel Snow Report
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| Mon 09 | Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,550m 8,366ft | -2℃ 27°F
| -3℃ 27°F
 +11cm +4in
| -5℃ 24°F
 +26cm +10in
| -7℃ 19°F
+46cm +18in
| -6℃ 22°F
+14cm +5in
| -8℃ 18°F
+14cm +6in
| -10℃ 14°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 1,975m 6,480ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+11cm +4in
| -1℃ 30°F
+26cm +10in
| -3℃ 26°F
+46cm +18in
| -2℃ 28°F
+14cm +5in
| -4℃ 24°F
+14cm +6in
| -6℃ 20°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 1,400m 4,593ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
 +16cm +6in
| 0℃ 33°F
+33cm +13in
| 1℃ 34°F
+11cm +4in
| -1℃ 30°F
+20cm +8in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,477m 4,846ft | varying 1,523m 4,997ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | 1,400m 4,593ft | |
| Max Town | 6℃ 43°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 33°F | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 30°F | -3℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 22°F | -3℃ 27°F | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°F | -3℃ 26°F | -9℃ 16°F | -18℃ 0°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
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doucy-Combelouvière | 37cm 15in | 126cm 50in | |||||||
| Le Grand Domaine | 37cm 15in | 126cm 50in | |||||||
| Méribel | 31cm 12in | 112cm 44in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 31cm 12in | 108cm 42in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 31cm 12in | 108cm 42in | |||||||
| St François Longchamp | 29cm 11in | 102cm 40in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 31cm 12in | 101cm 40in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 29cm 12in | 90cm 35in |
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.