France Snow Forecasts and Reports for French Ski Resorts
Where is there snow in France?
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When will it next snow in France?
Snow is next forecast to fall in France over the next week, in at least 50 Ski Resorts including Châtel, Grande Galaxie, La Chapelle d'Abondance, Les 7 Laux Prapoutel and Saint Pierre de Chartreuse.
How much snow is there in France?
The deepest reported snow in France is in Méribel, which reports snow depths of 170cm on upper slopes.
When did it last snow in France?
Recent snow reports indicate that it last snowed in France on Sunday 4th December 2022, in at least 4 Ski Resorts including Le Lioran, Piau Engaly, Val d'Isère and Valloire.
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Top French Ski Resorts by Forecast Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Les Sybelles | 37cm |
| Grande Galaxie | 37cm |
| Annecy Mountains | 6cm |
| Corrençon en Vercors | 20cm |
| Les Avanchers | 14cm |
| St François Longchamp | 14cm |
| Châtel | 16cm |
| La Chapelle d'Abondance | 16cm |
| Pelvoux - La Vallouise | 34cm |
| Foncine Le Haut | 2cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Top French Ski Resorts by Snow Depth
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Méribel | 170cm |
| Morzine | 155cm |
| Corrençon en Vercors | 120cm |
| La Toussuire | 120cm |
| Villard de Lans | 120cm |
| Chamonix | 110cm |
| Les Rousses | 110cm |
| Val Thorens | 100cm |
| Les Arcs | 86cm |
| Peisey-Vallandry | 86cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
French Ski Resorts - Forecast Snow Comparison
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in France - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
N.B. The above table shows only the top 60 French ski resorts; please use the Map in the menu above or the links below to see regions of France.
The French snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
Off Piste and Avalanche Safety
Ski Safe : If you intend to ski or snowboard off piste in France, you must check conditions locally before doing so. Always check the Avalanche Risk Level and carry appropriate avalanche safety equipment at all times.
French Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
Rhône-Alpes Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Avoriaz | 15cm |
| Les Gets | 15cm |
| Morzine | 15cm |
| Alpe d'Huez | 20cm |
| Chamrousse | 19cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Grande Galaxie | 37cm |
| Pelvoux - La Vallouise | 34cm |
| Saint-Jean Montclar | 54cm |
| La Grave | 18cm |
| Orcières-Merlette | 20cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Midi-Pyrénées Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Luz Ardiden | 21cm |
| Gavarnie Gèdre | 20cm |
| Piau Engaly | 12cm |
| Cauterets | 27cm |
| Le Mourtis | 5cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Languedoc-Roussillon Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Cerdagne Puigmal | 11cm |
| Porté Puymorens | 14cm |
| Puyvalador | 4cm |
| St Pierre dels Forcats | 7cm |
| Bolquère Pyrénées 2000 | 7cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Franche-Comté Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Foncine Le Haut | 2cm |
| Monts Jura | 3cm |
| Rochejean | 1cm |
| Les Rousses | 3cm |
| Lamoura | 3cm |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
