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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.

Key Info

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RegionEurope
CountryFrance
Base Elevation2,300m
Summit Elevation3,180m
Vertical Drop880m
Skiable Acres150.748
Total Runs68
Total Lifts30
Annual Snowfall252 inches / 640 cm
Longest Run7.2 km / 4.5 mi
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Live Conditions

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Val Thorens Ski Resort

Weather Forecast · 2,300m3,180m

Data reported at Mon, May 04, 2:45 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
May 4
Today!
Last 24h
4.1cm
Last 7 Days
4.4cm
Season Total
434.2cm
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Off-Season Resort (Northern Hemisphere)

This resort is currently closed for the season. Northern Hemisphere resorts typically operate November–April.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
27
Fair
Stable
Conditions are holding steady.

Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.

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 Mon, May 04, 2:45 PM UTC
Base
2,300m
Temp
5°C
Wind
16km/h
Snow Depth
0cm
14-Day Forecast
13.7cm
Mid-Mountain
2,740m
Temp
1°C
Wind
17km/h
Snow Depth
1cm
14-Day Forecast
19.8cm
Summit
3,180m
Temp
-1°C
Wind
17km/h
Snow Depth
1cm
14-Day Forecast
21.1cm
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3,180m) · Forecast from Mon, May 04, 2:45 PM UTC
ECMWF
12.3cm
GFS
12.8cm
GEM
7.5cm
JMA
64.7cm
MétéoFr
14.3cm
ICON
21.9cm
Average
22.3cm
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

10-Day Forecast
Summit (3,180m) · Updated Mon, May 04, 2:45 PM UTC
Today
4
-1°
-3°
1cm
Tue
5
0°
-4°
2.3cm
Wed
6
-3°
-5°
5.8cm
Thu
7
0°
-7°
1.5cm
Fri
8
2°
-4°
0.7cm
Sat
9
0°
-4°
0.9cm
Sun
10
1°
-3°
1.7cm
Mon
11
0°
-5°
3.3cm
Tue
12
-1°
-4°
1cm
Wed
13
-4°
-8°
1cm
Season vs Historic
Calculated Mon, May 04, 2:45 PM UTC
434.2cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-15%
vs 5-Year Avg
510.1cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
-5%
vs 30-Year Avg
457cm
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:
27/100
Opens:Early December
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Closes:Mid April
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Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Typical Season: Early DecemberMid 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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