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Aime La Plagne Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Aime La Plagne Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 22:44 AEST

Snow Forecast for Aime La Plagne

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Avalanche Risk

2Avalanche Risk Level 2

Moderate

Aime La Plagne Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Aime La Plagne?

Aime La Plagne Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,625m)
Next Snow Expected18 May
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours4cm
Next 7 Days4cm
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Forecast for today in Aime La Plagne

Max 6℃
Min -4℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 6℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
18

up to 4cm New Snow

CloudLt DrizzleLight SnowMixed

Cloudy first, light drizzle then light snow at altitude, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 2,662m to resort level (2,000m).

Forecast times for Aime La Plagne are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Aime La Plagne from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Wind
3,250m
-2℃
Snow
+4cm
1℃
Cloud
3℃
Light Snow
+1cm
8℃
Cloud
9℃
Clear
9℃
Clear
4℃
Lt Drizzle
2,625m
1℃
Snow
+3cm
4℃
Cloud
6℃
Snow
10℃
Fair
12℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
9℃
Mixed
2,000m
6℃
Light Snow
9℃
Cloud
11℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Fair
18℃
Clear
17℃
Clear
14℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,662m
to 2,000m

2,846m

varying 2,908m
to 2,369m

Max Town6℃9℃11℃16℃18℃17℃14℃
Min Town-4℃-4℃3℃-2℃-3℃2℃2℃

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 Aime La Plagne

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Aime La Plagne
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Plagne 18009cm 9cm
Champagny en Vanoise7cm 8cm
Courchevel6cm 6cm
Plagne Centre6cm 6cm
Plagne Montalbert6cm 6cm
Plagne Bellecôte5cm 5cm
Plagne Soleil5cm 5cm
Plagne Villages5cm 5cm

Snow Reliability

Aime La Plagne typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of 4-5 meters and a snow depth of up to 2 meters at peak season. For the latest snow updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Aime La Plagne

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