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Val Thorens Snow Forecast - 22nd January 2025

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Val Thorens Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Val Thorens

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This is the Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, France for 16 days from 22 January.

Updated 22 January 2025 13:39 AEDT.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected22 January
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours11cm
Next 7 Days24cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Val Thorens

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
22

up to 2cm New Snow

CloudLight SnowMixedCloud

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

Snow Line from 2,119m to 2,099m, with rain below.

Val Thorens is reporting “Soft Snow” with 11cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Val Thorens Snow Report

Val Thorens Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths200cm
Lower Snow Depths150cm
Snow ConditionsSoft Snow
Last Snow
72cm of Snow - 12 January
Avalanche Risk Level
The Avalanche Risk Level in Val Thorens was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Val Thorens 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Val Thorens from OpenMeteo
Wed
22
Thu
23
Fri
24
Sat
25
Sun
26
Mon
27
Tue
28
WindSE F2SW F2SW F2SE F3SE F4SE F3S F2
3,200m
-5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm
-6℃
Snow
+9cm
-2℃
Mixed
-2℃
Fair
-5℃
Mixed
-8℃
Cloud
-9℃
Snow
+12cm
S F2S F2SE F3SE F4SE F4S F3
2,525m
-1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-2℃
Snow
+9cm
2℃
Mixed
2℃
Fair
0℃
Mixed
-2℃
Cloud
-4℃
Light Snow
+13cm
SE F2SW F2SW F2SW F2SE F4SW F2
1,850m
4℃
Mixed
3℃
Mixed
7℃
Mixed
6℃
Clear
4℃
Cloud
5℃
Cloud
3℃
Light Snow
+12cm
Snow Line

varying 2,119m
to 2,099m

2,099m

varying 2,189m
to 1,850m

Max Town4℃3℃7℃6℃4℃5℃3℃
Min Town0℃-2℃-1℃2℃2℃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.

Val Thorens 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
22

up to 2cm New Snow

CloudLight SnowMixedCloud

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

Snow Line from 2,119m to 2,099m, with rain below.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
23

up to 9cm New Snow

Light SnowSnowMixedClear

Light snow at altitude first, snow at altitude then clear spells, clear sky later.

Snow falling to 2,099m, with rain below.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
24

Snow unlikely

FairMixedMixedCloud

Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
25

Snow unlikely

MixedClearFairFair

Clear spells, clear sky, fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
26

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudFairMixed

Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
27

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudCloud

Fair early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
28

12cm New Snow

CloudLight SnowSnowSnow

Cloudy, light snow, heavy snow showers later.

Snow Line from 2,189m to resort level.

This Snow Forecast for Val Thorens, 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 Val Thorens, 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.

Val Thorens Snow Forecast updated at 13:39 AEDT, next update expected 16:00 AEDT.

Snow Forecast near Val Thorens

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Val Thorens
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Val d'Isère11cm 32cm
Saint Martin de Belleville12cm 24cm
Arc 195016cm 27cm
Le Corbier12cm 27cm
Val Cenis8cm 27cm
La Plagne14cm 24cm
Les Arcs13cm 24cm
Les Menuires9cm 22cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Val Thorens

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