La Plagne Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Plagne
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This is the Snow Forecast for La Plagne, France for 16 days from 24 July.
Updated 24 July 2025 10:34 AEST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Plagne.
Forecast for today in La Plagne
Max 18℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
La Plagne has 1cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
La Plagne Snow Report
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| Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | |
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| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 3,250m | 5℃
| 5℃
+1cm
| 5℃
| 4℃
 | 1℃
 +1cm
| 6℃
 | 10℃
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| 2,250m | 11℃
| 11℃
| 10℃
| 9℃
 | 7℃
| 13℃
| 16℃
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| 1,250m | 18℃
| 17℃
| 17℃
| 16℃
| 14℃
| 18℃
| 21℃
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| Snow Line | varying 2,819m | varying 2,649m | |||||
| Max Town | 18℃ | 17℃ | 17℃ | 16℃ | 14℃ | 18℃ | 21℃ |
| Min Town | 12℃ | 10℃ | 11℃ | 11℃ | 10℃ | 11℃ | 11℃ |
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.
La Plagne 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 18℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
Max 17℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
25
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,819m to 2,709m, with rain below.
Max 17℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 16℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then light rain, fog later.
Max 14℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog first, light rain then rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,649m to 2,369m, with rain below.
Max 18℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 21℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 21℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for La Plagne, 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 La Plagne, on any given trail 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.
La Plagne Snow Forecast updated at 10:34 AEST, next update expected 13:00 AEST.
Snow Forecast near La Plagne
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tignes | 13cm | 15cm | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 14cm | 14cm | |||||||
| Plagne Centre | - | 7cm | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 5cm | 6cm | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 3cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Plagne 1800 | - | 5cm | |||||||
| Plagne Bellecôte | 2cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Aime La Plagne | 1cm | 4cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Plagne
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Plagne, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in 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 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 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 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.