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, Jan 28, 8:15 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
Jan 28
5d agoLast 24h
10.1cm
Last 7 Days
27.1cm
Season Total
179.3cm
SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Good
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Improving
Fresh snow from recent storms.
Fresh snow from recent storms. Great timing.
Val Thorens currently has adequate snow coverage with recent snowfall contributing to decent skiing conditions. The forecast suggests moderate snowfall, which could enhance conditions. However, the season's snowfall is significantly below average, impacting the overall score.
Depth
79cm depth - good coverage on most runs.
Recent
10cm fresh today - great timing.
Forecast
25cm forecast - some snow expected.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Score calculated Mon, Jan 26, 7:00 PM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Wed, Jan 28, 8:15 AM UTC
Base
2,300m
Temp
-5°C
Wind
3km/h
Snow Depth
56cm
14-Day Forecast
23.6cm
Mid-Mountain
2,740m
Temp
-7°C
Wind
6km/h
Snow Depth
94cm
14-Day Forecast
24.4cm
Summit
3,180m
Temp
-10°C
Wind
6km/h
Snow Depth
94cm
14-Day Forecast
24.9cm
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3,180m) · Forecast from Wed, Jan 28, 8:15 AM UTC
ECMWF
40.4cm
GFS
13.2cm
GEM
11.6cm
JMA
28cm
MétéoFr
21.1cm
ICON
17.8cm
Average
22cm
SnowSure™ Forecast Range
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
10-Day Forecast
Summit (3,180m) · Updated Wed, Jan 28, 8:15 AM UTC
Today
2
-8°
-9°
0.2cm
Tue
3
-7°
-8°
1.9cm
Wed
4
-8°
-17°
0.4cm
Thu
5
-8°
-17°
0.7cm
Fri
6
-10°
-15°
1.6cm
Season vs Historic
Calculated Wed, Jan 28, 8:15 AM UTC
179.3cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-59%
vs 5-Year Avg
433cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
-59%
vs 30-Year Avg
433cm
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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Peak Season
March
Good
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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