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La Plagne Snow Report & Forecast

Discover the latest La Plagne snow conditions

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By Nye Erskine, Updated

La Plagne continues to offer reliable late season skiing, with a strong base still covering much of the mountain as spring conditions settle in. The higher villages and glacier sectors are holding their winter feel, while lower slopes are beginning to soften under longer sunny days. The overall atmosphere is calm and enjoyable, with quieter pistes and good visibility across the resort.

Snow and Weather Summary

Snow depths are currently around 70 to 100 cm at resort level between 1800 and 2000 metres, with between 180 and 250 cm on the upper slopes above 2700 metres. The glacier and higher sectors towards Bellecôte and Roche de Mio continue to hold the most reliable snowpack. There has been very little recent snowfall, with only light dustings at altitude over the past week.

Temperatures have ranged from minus 8 to minus 3 degrees on the upper slopes and between plus 2 and plus 9 degrees in the resort depending on sunshine. The freezing level has been sitting between 2300 and 2700 metres during the day before dropping overnight, which helps maintain piste quality, particularly at higher elevations. Winds have been generally light with occasional moderate gusts on exposed ridges.

Skiing conditions are best above 2000 metres where the snow remains firm in the morning and softens gradually through the afternoon. The higher terrain around the glacier is skiing particularly well, offering consistent snow throughout the day. Lower runs soften more quickly and can become heavier later on, especially on south facing slopes.

Outlook & What’s On

The outlook for the coming days suggests settled weather with plenty of sunshine and gradually rising temperatures. There is a slight chance of light snowfall on the highest slopes later in the week, although any accumulation is expected to be minimal. Overnight refreezing should continue to help preserve conditions on the upper mountain.

La Plagne continues to host a range of spring events including live music, après ski entertainment and family activities across the resort. With quieter slopes and longer daylight hours, it is a good time to explore the full Paradiski area at a more relaxed pace.

Weather outlook as of: 23 March 2026. As I am sure you are aware, accurately forecasting weather more than two or three days ahead in the mountains is notoriously tricky. If there is a significant change we will update this section before the next full weekly snow report.

Snow Takeaway

La Plagne is skiing best above 2000 metres, particularly around the glacier and higher sectors where the snow remains most consistent. Lower slopes are best tackled early before softening in the afternoon sun. With a strong base still in place at altitude, the resort continues to offer good spring skiing conditions.

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from La Plagne. We will be updating this snow report page every Wednesday so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.

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Weather in La Plagne

Updated 14:17 UTC

Temp (AM)
-3 °C
Temp (PM)
3 °C
Snow depth
182 cm
Fresh
Last snowfall
2 cm
29/03/2026
EADS
2 / 5
Temp (AM)
-8 °C
Temp (PM)
-3 °C
Snow depth
45 cm
Fresh
Last snowfall
2 cm
29/03/2026
EADS
2 / 5
Temp (AM)
-13 °C
Temp (PM)
-11 °C
Snow depth
262 cm
Fresh
Last snowfall
2 cm
29/03/2026
EADS
2 / 5

Lifts & Trails in La Plagne

Updated 14:17 UTC

Lifts

  • Lifts : 70 / 77
  • Valley Links : 21 / 23

Pistes

  • Pistes : 118 / 139
    • Greens : 9 / 9
    • Blues : 75 / 78
    • Reds : 25 / 33
    • Blacks : 9 / 19
  • Nordic : 17 / 18
    • Greens : 10 / 10
    • Blues : 4 / 4
    • Reds : 1 / 1
    • Blacks : 1 / 2
  • Luge : 1 / 1
  • Hiking trails : 16 / 16
  • Hiking trails : 17 / 18
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Webcam view from La Grande Rochette, the top of the main bowl in the La Plagne ski area, at 2505 metres

La Grande Rochette webcam

A view from La Grande Rochette up at 2505 metres. From the top of the main bowl in the La Plagne ski area this webcam looks out over all that La Plagne has to offer.

Webcam view of the foot of the slopes in Montchavin Les Coches, La Plagne

Les Coches & Pistes webcam

Take a look at views of the snow in Montchavin Les Coches at the foot of the slopes in the village

Panoramic webcam view from the Fornelet at 2000m in Montalbert, La Plagne

Montalbert webcam

A panoramic view from the Fornelet at 2000m in Montalbert, useful to see the current snowline.

Webcam view across La Plagne centre piste-front. On the left you'll be able to see local ski schools giving lessons. The peak in the middle is La Grande Rochette. On the right is the Stade piste.

Piste Front webcam, La Plagne Centre

Our latest La Plagne webcam offers a panoramic view across the La Plagne centre piste front. On the left you will be able to to see local ski schools meeting up for ski lessons, and the peak in the middle is the La Grande Rochette and then over to the right is the Stade piste.

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