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Val d'Isère ski resort
Tier B — Favored

📷 Val d'Isère

Europe

Val d'Isère

Closed for the season

Season ended May 3, 2026

Conditions data updated Sat, Aug 29, 09:03 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed May 3

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Aug 21

8d ago

Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

3.5cm

14-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

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Powder Days

11

2026–27 season

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Bluebird Days

3

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 29, 9:03 AM•Weather at base: 1550m

Overview

Val d'Isère is a ski resort in Europe, France, currently closed for the season (Season ended May 3, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-29 09:03 UTC.

Resort Guide

Val d'Isère is a renowned ski resort located in the French Alps, forming part of the expansive Val d’Isère–Tignes ski area with over 300 kilometers of slopes. The resort features a traditional alpine village atmosphere, modern lift infrastructure, and varied terrain suitable for all levels, from gentle beginner slopes to challenging off-piste routes. Signature experiences include high-altitude skiing, vibrant après-ski, and access to world-class amenities such as wellness centers, gourmet dining, and family-friendly services. Val d’Isère stands out for its reliable snow conditions, historic charm, and reputation as a host of major international ski events.

Resort Info

Summit3180m
Base1550m
Vertical1630m
Lifts42
Runs156
Skiable Area2471 acres
Average snowfall225 inches / 571 cm
CountryFrance
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Season dates

Season endedMay 3, 2026
Projected openingNovember 28, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

No ski pass found

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

La Folie Douce – A legendary après-ski destination perched on the slopes, renowned for its high-energy open-air parties, live music, DJ performances, and a festive atmosphere that draws skiers and non-skiers alike for unforgettable afternoons in Val d'Isère.

Snow Summary

3180mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 29, 2026 at 9:03 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Sat, Aug 29, 09:03 AM UTC

Base

1550m

Temp

14.1°C

Wind

6.5km/h

Snow Depth

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Mid-Mountain

2365m

Temp

8.8°C

Wind

6.5km/h

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Summit

3180m

Temp

3.5°C

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6.5km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Val d'Isère El Niño rank & forecast

Val d'Isère ranks #118 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier B, +7% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier B — Favored: Modest El Niño upside (+3% to +8% vs normal). Often a solid pick, without the biggest Andes-style swings.

#118 of 488Tier B — Favored

Strong-event signal: +7% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Val d'Isère averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Val d'Isère sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -21%, '15-16 -1%, '23-24 +43%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −21%'15-16 −1%'23-24 +43%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

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Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Val d'Isère (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 29, 9:03 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
7 / -2
Sun, Aug 30
10 / 1
Mon, Aug 31
7 / 00.2cm1.2mm
Tue, Sep 1
9 / -2
Wed, Sep 2
8 / 2
Thu, Sep 3
10 / 1
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)0000000.100.1000000000
Precip (mm)0000000.600.6000000000
Temp (°C)0615932723913834103
Wind (km/h)484283511439341033103
Gusts (km/h)232927162819324031233226262734142823

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3180m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

29

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7.1°

-2.1°

9 km/h

Sun

30

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9.5°

1.4°

9 km/h

Mon

31

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7°

0.3°

12 km/h

Tue

1

⛅

9.1°

-2.2°

9 km/h

Wed

2

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8°

1.7°

11 km/h

Thu

3

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10.1°

0.9°

11 km/h

Fri

4

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13.7°

3.3°

9 km/h

Sat

5

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13.3°

5.5°

11 km/h

Sun

6

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12.5°

4.8°

10 km/h

Mon

7

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11.4°

4.7°

14 km/h

Summit elevation (3180m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

No official warning service is mapped for this resort’s country yet (v1 covers the United States, Canada and Switzerland). A bulletin may still be published locally.

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Sat, Aug 29, 09:03 AM UTC

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vs 5-Year Avg

Off-season · 482cm full-season avg

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vs 30-Year Avg

Off-season · 489cm full-season avg

482cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~376 cm. That's 22% below the 5-year average (482 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 23% below the 30-year average (489 cm).

Val d'Isère Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 626cm with an average of 141 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November97.1cm18 days47cm85cm21.5cm
December99cm19 days106cm140cm22.2cm
January89.9cm17 days147cm177cm19.2cm
February69.1cm16 days171cm197cm15.1cm
March78.7cm18 days184cm208cm16.5cm
April72.7cm18 days178cm206cm16.1cm
May56.3cm15 days128cm178cm14.7cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 28, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Val d'Isère, ERA5 season snowfall median was 574 cm (226 in), about 5% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

574 cm

10 El Niño winters · 5% below median

All-season median

606 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10574 cm485 cm – 672 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12636 cm536 cm – 690 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8606 cm586 cm – 688 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Val d'Isère

Where is Val d'Isère?
Val d'Isère is a ski resort in France.
How high is Val d'Isère?
Val d'Isère runs from a base elevation of 1,550 m (5,085 ft) to a summit of 3,180 m (10,433 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,630 m (5,348 ft).
How big is Val d'Isère?
Val d'Isère has 2,471 acres (1,000 hectares) of skiable terrain, 156 marked runs and 42 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Val d'Isère?
Val d'Isère is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Val d'Isère?
Val d'Isère typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Val d'Isère get in a typical season?
Val d'Isère averages 225 inches / 571 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Val d'Isère in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #118 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Val d'Isère averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Val d'Isère sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -21%, '15-16 -1%, '23-24 +43%. A pattern, not a promise.