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Val Thorens snow report and forecast

Discover the latest Val Thorens snow conditions

Author Caro Blackwell, Destination Editor Updated

We’ve had a much quieter week on the slopes with remaining variable weather conditions and fluctuating temperatures. Monday evening saw the freezing level drop right down in time for a good snowfall which made for a fun powder day on Tuesday. This was followed by light snow Tuesday evening but with a rising snowline, so below around 1800 - 2000 metres on Wednesday the precipitation was rain.

Today, a moderate snow fall is expected over about 1900m, the snowline will drop again this evening down to around 1300m when we will have a light snowfall overnight. The cold front coming through is not that strong, so although today it will cool and bring the snowline down tonight, this will rise again tomorrow. Friday will see a moderate to light snow fall too, so we could get 40cm or more by Saturday morning. We are expecting light snow throughout Saturday with a low snowline down to 450m overnight on Saturday.

Winds

Winds are currently moderate to fresh but stronger at higher altitudes, dropping to light and gentle breezes by Sunday. This will create windblown snow on the higher slopes and could cause lift closures.

Avalanche risk

Due to the changeable weather, temperatures and winds, the snow pack at high altitudes has weak layers and the avalanche level is currently varying between considerable (3) and high (4). The warning is to avoid steep slopes with fresh snow. As always check in resort the current conditions and heed the warnings.

What’s coming up

After the weekend it’s looking dry and sunny for the next few days, as a high pressure comes in, with no precipitation forecast and only light winds. However it will remain fairly cold only reaching 0°C by Tuesday night.

Great shot from Val Thorens above from @melkifrombrussels mon instagram

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Snotos

Top tips if you are coming skiing this week

  • Conditions are going to be changeable this week so you’ll want low light for the weekend and then sunny lenses
  • It's going to be quite cold over the weekend, then warming up a bit. Different thickness layers will work well this week.
  • Bring your suntan lotion and apply regularly, the sun in the mountains is very strong.
  • While the pistes are still quiet during January, if you head out during the lunch break between 12:00 and 14:00, you’ll virtually have a private mountain to explore!
  • Most days next week you’ll be able to grab a table for lunch on a sunny terrace!
  • Check the avalanche risk as it's considerable at the moment and absolutely don't head off-piste if you don't have the correct and up to date information, equipment and guidance.

There's still time to take advantage of January cheaper flights and good deals on accommodation. Check out what's on in January in Val Thorens.

Updates

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Val Thorens. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.

We need you!

If you're in Val Thorens this week, we'd love to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeValThorens #seevalthorens. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.

Enjoy the quiet slopes and good skiing, see you out there!

Weather | Les Menuires

Updated 13 January 2025 at 0:01

Morning
-11°C
Afternoon
-1°C
North
4 km/h
Snow Depth
22cm
WET
Last Snowfall
7cm
Strong
4/5

Lifts & Trails | Les Menuires

Updated 13 January 2025 at 0:01

Lifts
31/31
14/14
Pistes
78/82
Greens
12/12
Blues
39/40
Reds
21/22
Blacks
6/8

Trails and activities

Jardin Bruyères
Open 09:00 to 16:50
Jardin Menuires
Open 09:00 to 16:50
Jardin Plans
Open 09:00 to 16:50
Jardin Preyerand
Open 09:00 to 16:55
Jardin Reberty
Open 09:00 to 16:50
Jardin St Martin
Open 09:00 to 17:00

Weather | Val Thorens

Updated 13 January 2025 at 0:01

Morning
-14°C
Afternoon
-8°C
N/D
0 km/h
Snow Depth
160cm
FRESH
Last Snowfall
64cm
Strong
4/5

Lifts & Trails | Val Thorens

Updated 13 January 2025 at 0:01

Lifts
19/22
7/9
Pistes
70/76
Greens
10/10
Blues
34/34
Reds
21/25
Blacks
5/7

Lifts

Caron
Open 09:15 to 15:50
Boismint.
Open 09:05 to 16:10
Moutière.
Open 09:05 to 16:20
Plan De L'eau.
Open 09:20 to 16:10

Trails and activities

Bd Téléphérique
Open 09:05 to 16:20
Blanchot
Open 09:05 to 16:20
Cumin Haut
Open 09:20 to 16:20
Gentiane
Open 09:15 to 16:05
Lagopède
Open 09:05 to 16:40
Ours
Open 09:20 to 16:20
Tétras
Open 09:20 to 16:20
Boismint
Open 09:05 to 16:20
Cime
Open 09:30 to 15:45
Col De L'audzin
Open 09:30 to 15:45
Haute Combe
Open 09:05 to 16:20
Plan De L'eau
Open 09:20 to 16:20
Armoise
Open 09:05 to 16:20
Arolle
Open 09:05 to 16:40
Combe De Caron
Open 09:30 to 15:45
Cristaux
Open 09:30 to 15:45
Lou
Open 09:20 to 16:10
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