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Val d'Isère ski resort
Tier B — Favored

📷 Val d'Isère

Europe

Val d'Isère

Projected to open November 28, 2026

Best months to book: March, April, January · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Nov 28

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 25

5d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

40cm

7-Day Forecast

2cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 30, 9:01 PM•Weather at base: 1,550m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Nov 28

Val d'Isère is projected to open November 28, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: March, April, January. Best weeks: 15 Mar–21 Mar, 22 Mar–28 Mar, 29 Mar–4 Apr.NovDec3JanFeb1Mar2AprMayOpens 28 NovCloses 3 May

Best months to book

  1. #1March79cm avg · last season 35.8
  2. #2April76cm avg · last season 27.5
  3. #3January88cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 43.7
  2. #2 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 40.7
  3. #3 29 Mar – 4 Apr · last season 38.3

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Oct 30, 09:01 PM UTC

Terrain

Projected to open Nov 28

Projected to open November 28, 2026

79 runs · 42 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Ops signals

  • ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable

Snow Summary

Updated Oct 30 at 9:01 PM

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Freezing line
Snow qualityLight· bestAverage· okayHeavy· wet, skis heavy

Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro

No measurement at mid height (2,365m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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Val d'Isère

About Val d'Isère

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.

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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 79 marked runs and 42 lifts.
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.