Pralognan la Vanoise Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Pralognan la Vanoise
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This is the Snow Forecast for Pralognan la Vanoise, France for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 12:32 AEST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 12cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 63cm |
| Next 7 Days | 71cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Pralognan la Vanoise.
Forecast for today in Pralognan la Vanoise
Max 10℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
10cm to 17cm New Snow
Light rain showers, light rain, snow later.
Snow Line from 1,849m to resort level.
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Updated 16 April 2025 12:40 AEST
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Pralognan la Vanoise Snow Report
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Pralognan la Vanoise 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||
| 2,400m | 3℃
 +17cm
| -4℃
 +45cm
| 1℃
 +1cm
| 2℃
 +1cm
| 1℃
 +5cm
| 3℃
 | 2℃
+1cm
|
| 1,905m | 8℃
+12cm
| 0℃
+37cm
| 5℃
+1cm
| 9℃
| 7℃
| 7℃
| 6℃
|
| 1,410m | 10℃
+10cm
| 2℃
+39cm
| 8℃
+1cm
| 12℃
| 11℃
| 12℃
| 12℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,849m | 1,410m | 1,410m | varying 2,379m | varying 2,319m | 1,879m | varying 2,169m |
| Max Town | 10℃ | 2℃ | 8℃ | 12℃ | 11℃ | 12℃ | 12℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ |
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.
Pralognan la Vanoise 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 10℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
10cm to 17cm New Snow
Light rain showers, light rain, snow later.
Snow Line from 1,849m to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
39cm to 45cm New Snow
Heavy snow, snow, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 8℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
1cm New Snow
Light snow showers first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 12℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,379m to 2,349m, with rain below.
Max 11℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 5cm New Snow
Light rain first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,319m to 1,809m, with rain below.
Max 12℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
Max 12℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,169m to 2,159m, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Pralognan la Vanoise, 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 Pralognan la Vanoise, 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.
Pralognan la Vanoise Snow Forecast updated at 12:32 AEST, next update expected 18:00 AEST.
Snow Forecast near Pralognan la Vanoise
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Plagne | 78cm | 85cm | |||||||
| Tignes | 68cm | 74cm | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 62cm | 71cm | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 58cm | 68cm | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 54cm | 61cm | |||||||
| Courchevel | 55cm | 59cm | |||||||
| Méribel | 54cm | 58cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Pralognan la Vanoise
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Pralognan la Vanoise, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Pralognan la Vanoise, 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 Pralognan la Vanoise 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 Pralognan la Vanoise 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 Pralognan la Vanoise 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.