Val Thorens, France
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Val Thorens
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Resort Guide
Val Thorens Ski Resort, located in the French Alps at 2,300 meters, is the highest ski resort in Europe and part of the renowned 3 Vallées ski area. The resort offers direct access to over 600 kilometers of interconnected slopes, modern lift infrastructure, and a vibrant, cosmopolitan village atmosphere. Signature experiences include high-altitude skiing with reliable snow conditions, panoramic mountain views, and a variety of après-ski, dining, and wellness amenities. Val Thorens stands out for its extensive terrain, innovative facilities, and dynamic energy suitable for both families and advanced skiers.
Live Conditions
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Val Thorens
Weather Forecast · 2,300m – 3,180m
Data reported at Thu, Feb 26, 11:04 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
Feb 20
6d agoLast 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
12.7cm
Season Total
353.6cm
SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Fair
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Stable
Conditions are holding steady.
Excellent snow depth - conditions are locked in.
Val Thorens currently has adequate snow coverage with recent snowfall providing a decent base. The forecast indicates significant snowfall in the coming days, which should improve conditions. However, the season's snowfall is significantly below historical averages, impacting overall snow reliability.
Depth
104cm depth - excellent coverage across all terrain.
Recent
Light recent snow - groomed runs recommended.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Score calculated Mon, Feb 02, 10:43 PM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Feb 26, 11:04 AM UTC
Base
2,300m
Temp
3°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
104cm
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
Mid-Mountain
2,740m
Temp
0°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
132cm
14-Day Forecast
0.9cm
Summit
3,180m
Temp
-3°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
104cm
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3,180m) · Forecast from Thu, Feb 26, 11:04 AM UTC
ECMWF
0.5cm
GFS
0.7cm
GEM
2cm
JMA
1.1cm
MétéoFr
0.6cm
ICON
21.9cm
Average
4.5cm
SnowSure™ Forecast Range
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
10-Day Forecast
Summit (3,180m) · Updated Thu, Feb 26, 11:04 AM UTC
Today
26
-1°
-14°
Fri
27
0°
-15°
Sat
28
-4°
-15°
Sun
1
-5°
-15°
0.4cm
Mon
2
-6°
-12°
0.3cm
Tue
3
-3°
-17°
0cm
Wed
4
-4°
-14°
0.2cm
Thu
5
-3°
-17°
Fri
6
-3°
-13°
0.1cm
Sat
7
-2°
-14°
0cm
Season vs Historic
Calculated Thu, Feb 26, 11:04 AM UTC
353.6cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+4%
vs 5-Year Avg
341.6cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
+12%
vs 30-Year Avg
315.8cm
30-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has exceeded the 30-year average by approximately 12%, indicating a modest upward trend in recent seasons. However, snowfall has been highly variable, with significant fluctuations such as the notably high 320.2 cm in 2023 and a low of 114.1 cm in 2020. The current season's snowfall is substantially below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at just 49% and 55% of those benchmarks respectively, marking a significant anomaly and the lowest total in the recent record. This suggests increased variability and a sharp decline in snowfall for the current season compared to historical norms.
Plan Your Trip to Val Thorens
Today's SnowSure™ Score:
25/100
Opens:Early December
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Closes:Mid April
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Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
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March
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December
Good
Typical Season: Early December – Mid April|Grayed dates indicate resort is typically closed
Predictions are based on historical patterns and current season performance. Actual conditions may vary. Season dates are estimates and vary by resort.
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Top Après Ski
La Folie Douce – A legendary après-ski destination in Val Thorens, La Folie Douce is renowned for its high-energy open-air parties, live music, DJ performances, and panoramic mountain views, creating an unforgettable alpine party atmosphere recognized across the Alps.
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