J2Ski Australia J2Ski logo
Facebook

Bessans Snow Forecast - 6th May 2025

J2Ski - Sign In

Bessans Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Bessans

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Bessans, France for 15 days from 6 May.

Updated 06 May 2025 02:35 AEST.

Bessans Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected7 May
Next Snow Amount6cm
Next 48 Hours5cm
Next 7 Days5cm
Free Snow Reports by e-Mail  Sign Up for Powder Alerts

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bessans.

Forecast for today in Bessans

Max 11℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
06

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Bessans has 5cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Bessans Snow Report

Snow report from La Plagne (22km from Bessans)

La Plagne Snow Depths and Conditions.
Snow Conditions-
Last Snow24 April

Bessans 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

Get this snow forecast by e-mail Join J2Ski's Snow Mail Here

 NEW FOR 24/25 - Improved Forecasts for Bessans - high-resolution weather models, updated more often -  Subscribe

Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Bessans from OpenMeteo
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Wind
2,200m
7℃
Mixed
4℃
Snow
+5cm
4℃
Mixed
5℃
Mixed
8℃
Fair
10℃
Fair
7℃
Fair
1,975m
10℃
Mixed
7℃
Snow
+6cm
6℃
Mixed
7℃
Mixed
9℃
Mixed
8℃
Mixed
5℃
Fog
1,750m
11℃
Mixed
8℃
Cloud
7℃
Mixed
8℃
Mixed
11℃
Mixed
10℃
Mixed
6℃
Fog
Snow Line

varying 2,119m
to 1,789m

Max Town11℃8℃7℃8℃11℃10℃6℃
Min Town2℃2℃1℃3℃3℃5℃4℃

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.

Bessans Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail

Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.

Max 11℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
06

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 8℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 8℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 5cm New Snow

SnowStormCloudFog

Snow at altitude first, thunderstorms then cloudy, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,119m to 1,789m, with rain below.

Max 7℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
08

Snow unlikely

FogCloudLt RainMixed

Fog first, cloudy then light rain, clear spells later.

Max 8℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
09

Snow unlikely

FogClearCloudCloud

Fog, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 11℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

FogClearMixedFair

Fog first, clear sky then clear spells, fair later.

Max 10℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

FairFairMixedClear

Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 6℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 6℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

MixedFogLt RainLt Rain

Clear spells, fog, light rain showers later.

This Snow Forecast for Bessans, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.

The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Bessans, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.

Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.

Bessans Snow Forecast updated at 02:35 AEST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Bessans

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Bessans
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Les Menuires19cm 25cm
Val Thorens22cm 28cm
La Plagne16cm 22cm
Tignes9cm 18cm
Méribel13cm 17cm
Les Arcs11cm 15cm
Courchevel9cm 11cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bessans

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