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 Wed, Mar 25, 8:45 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
Mar 25
Today!Last 24h
6.2cm
Last 7 Days
13.1cm
Season Total
402.8cm
SnowSure™ ScoreAI
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Stable
Conditions are holding steady.
Deep base with more snow on the way.
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 Wed, Mar 25, 8:45 AM UTC
Base
2,300m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
9km/h
Snow Depth
99cm
14-Day Forecast
39.8cm
Mid-Mountain
2,740m
Temp
-5°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
140cm
14-Day Forecast
40.9cm
Summit
3,180m
Temp
-8°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
140cm
14-Day Forecast
41.2cm
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3,180m) · Forecast from Wed, Mar 25, 8:45 AM UTC
ECMWF
27.9cm
GFS
16cm
GEM
63.6cm
JMA
52.6cm
MétéoFr
43.2cm
ICON
21.9cm
Average
37.5cm
SnowSure™ Forecast Range
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
10-Day Forecast
Summit (3,180m) · Updated Wed, Mar 25, 8:45 AM UTC
Today
25
-6°
-17°
4.9cm
Thu
26
-17°
-19°
18.3cm
Fri
27
-13°
-19°
3.7cm
Sat
28
-9°
-13°
0.1cm
Sun
29
-9°
-12°
1.7cm
Mon
30
-10°
-13°
1.7cm
Tue
31
-14°
-15°
1.6cm
Wed
1
-2°
-16°
1.5cm
Thu
2
-4°
-8°
3.9cm
Fri
3
-6°
-13°
3.5cm
Season vs Historic
Calculated Wed, Mar 25, 8:45 AM UTC
402.8cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-1%
vs 5-Year Avg
404.7cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
+6%
vs 30-Year Avg
378.7cm
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:
48/100
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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