Val Thorens, France
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Val Thorens Ski Resort
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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 Ski Resort
Weather Forecast · 2,300m – 3,180m
Data reported at Thu, Mar 19, 6:45 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
Mar 15
4d agoLast 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
19.3cm
Season Total
387.2cm
SnowSure™ ScoreAI
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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
85cm depth - good coverage on most runs.
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, Mar 19, 6:45 PM UTC
Base
2,300m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
3km/h
Snow Depth
98cm
14-Day Forecast
17.7cm
Mid-Mountain
2,740m
Temp
-4°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
135cm
14-Day Forecast
17.6cm
Summit
3,180m
Temp
-7°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
135cm
14-Day Forecast
17.6cm
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3,180m) · Forecast from Thu, Mar 19, 6:45 PM UTC
ECMWF
36.6cm
GFS
7.1cm
GEM
21.8cm
JMA
30.8cm
MétéoFr
1.6cm
ICON
21.9cm
Average
20cm
SnowSure™ Forecast Range
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
10-Day Forecast
Summit (3,180m) · Updated Thu, Mar 19, 6:45 PM UTC
Today
19
-5°
-11°
Fri
20
-7°
-10°
Sat
21
-6°
-11°
0cm
Sun
22
-8°
-10°
0.8cm
Mon
23
-6°
-12°
0.3cm
Tue
24
-5°
-10°
0cm
Wed
25
-5°
-11°
2.1cm
Thu
26
-12°
-15°
7.8cm
Fri
27
-14°
-17°
5.9cm
Sat
28
-14°
-19°
2.4cm
Season vs Historic
Calculated Thu, Mar 19, 6:45 PM UTC
387.2cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-3%
vs 5-Year Avg
400.1cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
+5%
vs 30-Year Avg
370.5cm
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 Ski Resort
Today's SnowSure™ Score:
36/100
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
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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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