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La Grande Terche Snow Forecast - 17th May 2026

La Grande Terche Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 May 2026 11:41 AEST

Snow Forecast for La Grande Terche

Snow and Weather from 17 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

La Grande Terche Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in La Grande Terche?

La Grande Terche Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,350m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for La Grande Terche.

Forecast for today in La Grande Terche

Max 11℃
Min -1℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
17

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Forecast times for La Grande Terche are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for La Grande Terche from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Wind
1,800m
5℃
Clear
5℃
Lt Drizzle
5℃
Cloud
8℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Fair
13℃
Clear
14℃
Fair
1,350m
8℃
Clear
8℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Lt Drizzle
13℃
Lt Drizzle
17℃
Mixed
19℃
Clear
20℃
Fair
900m
11℃
Clear
12℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Lt Drizzle
20℃
Mixed
22℃
Clear
23℃
Fair
Snow Line
Max Town11℃12℃12℃16℃20℃22℃23℃
Min Town-1℃4℃3℃7℃7℃8℃12℃

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 Grande Terche

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near La Grande Terche
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Avoriaz6cm 6cm
Chamonix5cm 6cm
Megève6cm 6cm
Abondance5cm 5cm
Morzine5cm 5cm
Portes du Soleil5cm 5cm
Morgins4cm 4cm
La Clusaz4cm 4cm

Snow Reliability

La Grande Terche typically enjoys reliable snow cover between December and April, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm. For the latest updates on snowfall conditions, visiting J2Ski is recommended.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Grande Terche

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