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Ski resort in Savoie, France
La Plagne
A large ski area of high-altitude resorts and lower villages in the Tarentaise, linked to Les Arcs as part of Paradiski.
Forecast updated , when it was 11:00 in La Plagne (GMT+1).
La Plagne snow forecast at 3,250 m (top lift)
Next 24 hours on the upper mountain
No snow in the next 24 hours.
Snow arrives on Sunday, with 55–75 cm over the next 7 days.
High confidence, all three forecast models agree
No snow is forecast for La Plagne at the top lift (3,250 m / 10,700 ft) in the next 24 hours, but 55–75 cm (23–29 in) is forecast over the next 7 days, starting on Sunday. All three weather models we compare forecast snow this week. Expect temperatures from −12 to −6 °C (10 to 21 °F) and the freezing level near 2,100 m (6,900 ft) over the next day. It should be sunny on Saturday.
- Temperature now
- −7 °C (19 °F)
- Freezing level
- 2,100 m (6,900 ft)
- Wind
- 6 km/h (4 mph), gusts 16 km/h (10 mph)
- Sky now
- Overcast, 97% cloud
La Plagne hour by hour, on the upper mountain
Hourly snowfallNo rain or snow on the upper mountain in La Plagne in the next 24 hours.
La Plagne 7-day snow forecast, on the upper mountain
Best day to ski in La Plagne this week: Thursday. 23 cm the day before and more falling, cloudy, breezy. How we grade a ski day.
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Today | CloudyPoor ski day−12 to −7 °C (10 to 19 °F) · freezing level 1,950 m (6,400 ft) | No snow |
| Sat | SunnyFair ski day−12 to −5 °C (10 to 23 °F) · freezing level 2,100 m (6,900 ft) | No snow |
| Sun | SnowPoor ski day−10 to −4 °C (14 to 25 °F) · freezing level 2,250 m (7,400 ft) | 0–4 cm (0–2 in) |
| Mon | SnowPoor ski day−11 to −7 °C (12 to 19 °F) · gusts 46 km/h (29 mph) · freezing level 2,000 m (6,600 ft) | 3–15 cm (1–5 in) |
| Tue | Rain and snowPoor ski day−10 to −4 °C (14 to 25 °F) · gusts 56 km/h (35 mph) · freezing level 2,400 m (7,900 ft) | 0–15 cm (0–6 in) |
| Wed | SnowFair ski day−11 to −8 °C (12 to 18 °F) · gusts 67 km/h (42 mph) · freezing level 1,950 m (6,400 ft) | 10–35 cm (5–13 in) |
| Thu | SnowBest day−11 to −8 °C (12 to 18 °F) · gusts 58 km/h (36 mph) · freezing level 1,950 m (6,400 ft) | 15–20 cm (6–8 in) |
Sky is graded over the ski day, 9am to 4pm. Bluebird means at least two of the three models show clear skies all day, none shows overcast, and no snow or rain is forecast. Models are weaker on cloud than on snow, and none of them can see valley fog, so treat it as a good sign rather than a promise.
La Plagne 14-day snow outlook, on the upper mountain
Days 8 to 14. Only two of our three models run this far ahead, and forecasts at this range often change, so read this as a guide to the pattern rather than a plan.
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 20 Nov | Chance of snow−13 to −9 °C (9 to 16 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–15 cm (0–5 in) |
| Sat 21 Nov | Chance of snow−17 to −6 °C (1 to 21 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–2 cm (under 1 in) |
| Sun 22 Nov | Chance of snow−15 to −6 °C (5 to 21 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–25 cm (0–9 in) |
| Mon 23 Nov | Snow−15 to −7 °C (5 to 19 °F) · 2 of 2 models show snow | 2–4 cm (1–2 in) |
| Tue 24 Nov | Snow−16 to −10 °C (3 to 14 °F) · 2 of 2 models show snow | 1–6 cm (0–3 in) |
| Wed 25 Nov | Chance of snow−16 to −9 °C (3 to 16 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–4 cm (0–2 in) |
| Thu 26 Nov | Chance of snow−16 to −7 °C (3 to 19 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–20 cm (0–8 in) |
How much snow is there in La Plagne on the upper mountain?
About 1 cm (0 in)
This is an estimate from weather models, not a measurement, so it can differ from the depth a resort reports on its pistes. Check the official snow report before you travel.
La Plagne snow forecast at 1,250 m (village)
Next 24 hours in the village
No snow in the next 24 hours.
A small chance of snow on Wednesday.
High confidence, all three forecast models agree
No snow is forecast for La Plagne in the village (1,250 m / 4,100 ft) in the next 7 days, though one weather model shows a little. Expect temperatures from 0 to 8 °C (32 to 46 °F) and the freezing level near 2,000 m (6,600 ft) over the next day. It should be sunny on Saturday.
- Temperature now
- 5 °C (41 °F)
- Freezing level
- 2,000 m (6,600 ft)
- Wind
- 6 km/h (4 mph), gusts 14 km/h (9 mph)
- Sky now
- Overcast, 98% cloud
La Plagne hour by hour, in the village
Hourly snowfallNo rain or snow in the village in La Plagne in the next 24 hours.
La Plagne 7-day snow forecast, in the village
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Today | Cloudy0 to 5 °C (32 to 41 °F) · freezing level 1,850 m (6,100 ft) | No snow |
| Sat | Sunny0 to 9 °C (32 to 48 °F) · freezing level 2,100 m (6,900 ft) | No snow |
| Sun | Rain3 to 9 °C (37 to 48 °F) · freezing level 2,200 m (7,200 ft) | No snow |
| Mon | Rain1 to 6 °C (34 to 43 °F) · freezing level 1,900 m (6,200 ft) | No snow |
| Tue | Rain3 to 7 °C (37 to 45 °F) · freezing level 2,350 m (7,700 ft) | No snow |
| Wed | Chance of snow1 to 4 °C (34 to 39 °F) · gusts 52 km/h (32 mph) · freezing level 1,800 m (5,900 ft) | 0–5 cm (0–2 in) |
| Thu | Rain2 to 4 °C (36 to 39 °F) · gusts 41 km/h (25 mph) · freezing level 1,700 m (5,600 ft) | No snow |
Sky is graded over the ski day, 9am to 4pm. Bluebird means at least two of the three models show clear skies all day, none shows overcast, and no snow or rain is forecast. Models are weaker on cloud than on snow, and none of them can see valley fog, so treat it as a good sign rather than a promise.
La Plagne 14-day snow outlook, in the village
Days 8 to 14. Only two of our three models run this far ahead, and forecasts at this range often change, so read this as a guide to the pattern rather than a plan.
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 20 Nov | Sunny−1 to 3 °C (30 to 37 °F) | No snow |
| Sat 21 Nov | Some sun−4 to 5 °C (25 to 41 °F) | No snow |
| Sun 22 Nov | Some sun−1 to 6 °C (30 to 43 °F) | No snow |
| Mon 23 Nov | Rain−2 to 6 °C (28 to 43 °F) | No snow |
| Tue 24 Nov | Rain−2 to 2 °C (28 to 36 °F) | No snow |
| Wed 25 Nov | Some sun−3 to 3 °C (27 to 37 °F) | No snow |
| Thu 26 Nov | Cloudy−4 to 4 °C (25 to 39 °F) | No snow |
How much snow is there in La Plagne in the village?
No snow on the ground
This is an estimate from weather models, not a measurement, so it can differ from the depth a resort reports on its pistes. Check the official snow report before you travel.
Where is La Plagne?
- Department
- Savoie
- Country
- France
- Mountains
- Alps, Graian Alps
- Area
- Paradiski
- Village
- 1,250 m
- Top lift
- 3,250 m
- Vertical
- 2,000 m
- Pistes
- 225 km
- Lifts
- 77
- Glacier skiing
- Yes
- Season
- Mid-December to Late April
- Website
- www.la-plagne.com
About La Plagne
La Plagne opened in December 1961. It is made up of 11 sites, some purpose-built at altitude and others in older villages such as Montchavin-Les Coches and Champagny-en-Vanoise. The ski area runs from 1,250 m up to glacier terrain at 3,250 m, with 70% of it above 2,000 m.
The bobsleigh and luge track for the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics was built at La Plagne. The Vanoise Express cable car links the resort with Les Arcs to form Paradiski.
When does it snow in La Plagne?
In La Plagne, snow falls on about 14 days in January in a typical year, the snowiest month. Snow is regular from September to May.
| January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 days | 11 days | 13 days | 11 days | 9 days | <1 days | <1 days | <1 days | 3 days | 5 days | 12 days | 13 days |
Average days each month with at least 1 cm of snowfall at mid-mountain, 2016–2025. Calculated from ERA5 reanalysis data.
Snow in La Plagne month by month
Averages for 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain, from ERA5 reanalysis data. A sunny day has sunshine for at least 70% of the daylight hours.
| Month | Snow days | Share of the year's snow | Low to high | Sunny days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14 | 18% | −12 to −4 °C (10 to 25 °F) | 19 |
| February | 11 | 10% | −10 to −1 °C (14 to 30 °F) | 19 |
| March | 13 | 14% | −9 to 0 °C (16 to 32 °F) | 20 |
| April | 11 | 9% | −6 to 2 °C (21 to 36 °F) | 21 |
| May | 9 | 8% | −2 to 6 °C (28 to 43 °F) | 21 |
| June | <1 | 0% | 3 to 13 °C (37 to 55 °F) | 24 |
| July | <1 | 0% | 6 to 15 °C (43 to 59 °F) | 28 |
| August | <1 | 0% | 6 to 15 °C (43 to 59 °F) | 26 |
| September | 3 | 2% | 2 to 11 °C (36 to 52 °F) | 23 |
| October | 5 | 4% | −2 to 7 °C (28 to 45 °F) | 22 |
| November | 12 | 14% | −8 to 0 °C (18 to 32 °F) | 18 |
| December | 13 | 18% | −10 to −3 °C (14 to 27 °F) | 18 |
Snow in La Plagne in September
In September, La Plagne gets snow on about 3 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 2% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from 2 to 11 °C (36 to 52 °F). About 23 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in October
In October, La Plagne gets snow on about 5 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 4% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −2 to 7 °C (28 to 45 °F). About 22 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in November
In November, La Plagne gets snow on about 12 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 14% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −8 to 0 °C (18 to 32 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in December
In December, La Plagne gets snow on about 13 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 18% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −10 to −3 °C (14 to 27 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in January
In January, La Plagne gets snow on about 14 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 18% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −12 to −4 °C (10 to 25 °F). About 19 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in February
In February, La Plagne gets snow on about 11 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 10% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −10 to −1 °C (14 to 30 °F). About 19 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in March
In March, La Plagne gets snow on about 13 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 14% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −9 to 0 °C (16 to 32 °F). About 20 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in April
In April, La Plagne gets snow on about 11 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 9% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −6 to 2 °C (21 to 36 °F). About 21 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in La Plagne in May
In May, La Plagne gets snow on about 9 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 8% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −2 to 6 °C (28 to 43 °F). About 21 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Which winters were snowiest in La Plagne?
Of the last ten winters in La Plagne, 2017/18 was the snowiest, about 38% above the ten-year average at mid-mountain. The leanest was 2024/25, about 23% below average. The biggest single day of snowfall in the record was 8 January 2018.
| Winter | Compared with average | |
|---|---|---|
| 2016/17 | 81% of average | |
| 2017/18 | 138% of average | |
| 2018/19 | 100% of average | |
| 2019/20 | 119% of average | |
| 2020/21 | 99% of average | |
| 2021/22 | 80% of average | |
| 2022/23 | 97% of average | |
| 2023/24 | 120% of average | |
| 2024/25 | 77% of average | |
| 2025/26 | 88% of average |
Winters are compared with each other rather than given in centimetres. The ERA5 record is reliable on which winters were big and which were lean, but it underestimates absolute snowfall in the mountains, so the resort's own measured totals are the ones to trust for amounts.
Questions about snow in La Plagne
Does La Plagne have snow at Christmas?
La Plagne had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on Christmas Day in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during 20 to 26 December in 9 of those years.
Does La Plagne have snow at New Year?
La Plagne had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on New Year's Day in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during 27 December to 2 January in 7 of those years.
Does La Plagne have snow in mid-February?
La Plagne had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on 15 February in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during 10 to 20 February in 9 of those years.
Does La Plagne have snow at Easter?
La Plagne had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on Easter Sunday in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during Good Friday to Easter Monday in 7 of those years.
How many days a year does it snow in La Plagne?
It snows on about 91 days a year in La Plagne at mid-mountain, counting days with at least 1 cm of snowfall, averaged over 2016 to 2025. January has the most, about 14 days.
What is the snowiest month in La Plagne?
January is the snowiest month in La Plagne, bringing about 18% of the year's snowfall at mid-mountain, based on ERA5 reanalysis data for 2016 to 2025.
Which recent winter was the snowiest in La Plagne?
Of the last ten winters in La Plagne, 2017/18 was the snowiest, about 38% above the ten-year average. The leanest was 2024/25, about 23% below average.
How cold does La Plagne get in winter?
January is the coldest month in La Plagne at mid-mountain, with average daily lows of −12 °C (10 °F) and highs of −4 °C (25 °F).
How many bluebird days does La Plagne get in winter?
From December to March, La Plagne averages about 19 days a month with sunshine for at least 70% of the daylight hours at mid-mountain, and about 6.9 hours of sunshine a day. March is the sunniest of those months. The figures are from ERA5 reanalysis for 2016 to 2025, which sees cloud over a region well but cannot see valley fog.
How high is La Plagne?
The village or lowest lift at La Plagne is at 1,250 m (4,100 ft) and the top lift is at 3,250 m (10,700 ft), a vertical drop of 2,000 m (6,600 ft).
When does the ski season start in La Plagne?
The lifts at La Plagne usually open in mid-December and close in late April. Exact dates change each year with the snow, so check the resort's own website before you book.
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Sources: La Plagne ski pass website, La Plagne official website, Wikipedia, La Plagne opening information