La Thuile Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 08 May 2026 18:47 UTC
Snow Forecast for La Thuile
Snow and Weather from 8 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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La Thuile Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in La Thuile?
| Next Snow Expected | 11 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in La Thuile
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Forecast times for La Thuile are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.
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| Fri 08 | Sat 09 | Sun 10 | Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,610m 8,563ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
 +4cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
+4cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 35°F
| 0℃ 33°F
|
| 2,026m 6,645ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 40°F
|
| 1,441m 4,728ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 13℃ 56°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,303m 7,556ft | varying 2,456m 8,058ft | varying 2,010m 6,594ft | ||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 13℃ 56°F | 8℃ 46°F | 11℃ 51°F | 10℃ 50°F | 10℃ 49°F | 9℃ 48°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°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.
Snow Forecast near La Thuile
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 6cm 2in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 8cm 3in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 6cm 2in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Tignes | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Flaine | 1cm - | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 2cm 1in | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
La Thuile enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-150 cm during the peak season. Regular snowfall and a well-maintained snowmaking system ensure excellent skiing; for the latest conditions, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Thuile
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Thuile, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Thuile, 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 La Thuile 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 La Thuile 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 La Thuile 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.