European Powder Forecast
Welcome to your ultimate European powder hunting companion! We track snowfall forecasts and conditions across the Alps and beyond, helping you find the perfect powder days for your next ski adventure.
Our platform monitors snow conditions across major ski destinations in Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, and other European locations. Whether you're planning a trip weeks ahead or looking for last-minute powder stashes, we've got you covered with:
- 7 and 14-day snowfall forecasts
- Past 14-day snowfall
- Powder day probability predictions
- Historical snowfall analysis based on 30-year seasonal trends
Top 10 Resorts for Upcoming Powder
| Resort | Elevation (m) | 3-Day Forecast | 7-Day Forecast | 14-Day Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alpendorf (Ski amedé)
|
1850 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
|
Oberau (Wildschönau)
|
1199 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
|
Dachstein West
|
2701 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
Kobla-Bohinj
|
1479 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
Aillons-Margériaz
|
1900 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
Kaiseregg-Riggisalp-Schwarzsee
|
2090 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
|
St. Pierre de Chartreuse-Le Planolet
|
1789 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
Buchenberg-Buching-Halblech-
|
1139 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
|
Méribel (Les 3 Vallées)
|
2952 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
|
Les Menuires (Les 3 Vallées)
|
2850 | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm | 0.0 cm |
Recent Snowfall Leaders
| Resort | Elevation (m) | Last 14 Days |
|---|---|---|
|
Alpendorf (Ski amedé)
|
1850 | 0.0 cm |
|
Oberau (Wildschönau)
|
1199 | 0.0 cm |
|
Dachstein West
|
2701 | 0.0 cm |
|
Kobla-Bohinj
|
1479 | 0.0 cm |
|
Aillons-Margériaz
|
1900 | 0.0 cm |
|
Kaiseregg-Riggisalp-Schwarzsee
|
2090 | 0.0 cm |
|
St. Pierre de Chartreuse-Le Planolet
|
1789 | 0.0 cm |
|
Buchenberg-Buching-Halblech-
|
1139 | 0.0 cm |
|
Méribel (Les 3 Vallées)
|
2952 | 0.0 cm |
|
Les Menuires (Les 3 Vallées)
|
2850 | 0.0 cm |
Monthly Powder Paradise: Best times and resorts to chase fresh snow
Our advanced machine learning analysis has revealed fascinating patterns in powder probability across European ski destinations. A "powder day" in our analysis is defined as any day with 10cm or more of fresh snow - the threshold that turns a good ski day into an unforgettable one. In table below you can see resorts with highest probability of powder day in each month. Overall La Clusaz-Manigod has the highest powder day probability
| Resort | Country | Month | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Clusaz-Manigod | France |
January | 12.7% |
| Kaiseregg-Riggisalp-Schwarzsee | Switzerland |
January | 11.9% |
| Megève-Saint-Gervais | Switzerland |
February | 10.1% |
| La Clusaz-Manigod | Switzerland |
March | 9.3% |
| Zürs (Ski Arlberg) | Austria |
April | 11.0% |
| Zermatt - Matterhorn | Switzerland |
April | 11.0% |
Country-by-Country Monthly Powder Prospects
Each major Alpine country offers unique powder opportunities throughout the season. Here's a detailed breakdown by month showing the top resort with highest powder day probability for each country:
| France |
La Clusaz-Manigod | 10.9% |
| Switzerland |
Kaiseregg-Riggisalp | 10.1% |
 Italy |
Courmayeur | 7.8% |
| Austria |
St. Christoph | 6.6% |
| France |
La Clusaz-Manigod | 12.7% |
| Switzerland |
Kaiseregg-Riggisalp | 11.9% |
| Italy |
La Thuile | 9.0% |
| Austria |
Lech | 6.9% |
| Switzerland |
Kaiseregg-Riggisalp | 10.5% |
| France |
Megève-Saint-Gervais | 10.1% |
| Italy |
Courmayeur | 7.7% |
| Austria |
Dachstein West | 6.3% |
| France |
La Clusaz-Manigod | 9.3% |
| Switzerland |
Kaiseregg-Riggisalp | 8.9% |
| Italy |
La Thuile | 8.3% |
| Austria |
Lech | 6.6% |
| Austria |
Zürs | 11.0% |
| Switzerland |
Zermatt - Matterhorn | 11.0% |
| Italy |
Courmayeur | 9.7% |
| France |
Les Contamines | 7.8% |
Some key insights from our country analysis:
- France dominates the early season, with La Clusaz-Manigod offering the highest powder probabilities across all regions in January.
- Switzerland shows remarkable consistency, with Kaiseregg-Riggisalp maintaining high powder probabilities throughout the core winter months.
- Austria excels in spring conditions, with Zürs offering prime late-season powder opportunities.
- Italy peaks in April, with Courmayeur and La Thuile sharing honors for the highest powder probabilities.
For optimal powder hunting, consider these month-by-month recommendations:
- December-January: Focus on French resorts, particularly in the La Clusaz area
- February: Swiss resorts offer the most consistent powder opportunities
- March-April: High-altitude resorts in Austria and Switzerland provide the best late-season powder chances