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Snow report, 28 March 2024
Another week of changeable weather here and cooler temperatures with sunshine, cloud, rain and snow! Those pisteurs have still been maintaining and grooming the slopes fabulously to give us great ski conditions daily. The lower slopes are not in bad shape considering the lack of snow and all are mostly still open, although some connecting slopes are suffering. Higher up the snow is plentiful and in good condition, with slightly above average depths for this time of year over 2200 metres. We have typical spring conditions, tending to be icy in the early mornings, good mid-morning skiing and then softening up and a bit slushy from around 14:00.
Winter is back
We’ve got a cold front passing through which has brought more new snow than had been forecast and it is continuing to snow this morning over around 1000 metres. So during Wednesday and by lunchtime today we will have had around 40+ cm of new snow in Avoriaz. This is helping the state of the pistes enormously and the lower resorts have taken on the wonderful winterland look again!
The next few days
Temperatures will rise a little for the weekend and the freezing level will go up to around 2500 metres. However on Sunday night and throughout Monday it will cool down again and we have another good dump of snow coming of around 25 - 28cm.
We should see the sunshine on Friday afternoon but then not again until Tuesday, but after all the snow of Sunday and Monday, Tuesday looks like being a fabulous powder day!
Saharan dust
There is a good chance that we will see fairly large areas of Saharan dust visible over the Alps in the next few days, this will have an impact on snow cover and could create poor visibility and a discolouration of the snow.
Avalanche risk
During the last week there has been avalanche activity through the Northern Alps, caused mainly by glide cracks and cold, dry slab avalanches usually triggered by the skiers. The current avalanche risk through most of the northern Alps is 3 out of 5. Take heed of the avalanche warnings in Avoriaz before even considering venturing off piste.
This weeks video below is a drone flying over the Three Vallees and the above cool photo is out on the Vallee Blanche in Chamonix.
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Top tips if you are skiing this week
We have spring-like ski conditions and the pistes will likely be busier from this weekend as the Easter holidays begin. There are plenty of events planned over the Easter break in Avoriaz, check out our events calendar.
- The temperature is changeable in the mountains and this weeks weather is a mixed bag again. It remains fairly cold this coming week, so layers, a shell jacket, sunglasses or goggles with the low light and sunshine lens this week, but you will need something waterproof this weekend and Monday.
- Get out on the slopes early and plan a late lunch to make the most of the spring-like snow, before it gets slushy
- Book your table on a sunny terrace on Friday and probably Tuesday in advance to avoid disappointment.
- Don't forget the sunscreen! the sun and UV levels in the mountains is intense.
- The pistes can be quite hard-packed in places, but the snow on the sides of the runs is often softer. Keep to the sides of the pistes for a more effortless, less icy experience.
Still time to enjoy some late season skiing, check out - Why come spring skiing in Avoriaz.
Updates
Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Avoriaz. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, 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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If you're in Avoriaz this week, we'd love to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us SeeAvoriaz. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.
Happy Easter skiing, we'll see you out on the pistes!
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
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Le 720
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
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Amara Rossignol
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset L'Amara store!
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Top Ski
Top Ski has been well known name for equipment rental in Avoriaz for more than 30 years. Ideally located in the central square, this ski hire shop is only 50m from the Tourist Office and has easy access to all of the resort amenities.
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Fontaines Blanches
Snowboard & Ski Hire in Avoriaz Centre near the tourist information. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Pelen Sports
This ski rental shop in Avoriaz is towards the bottom of the main street, at the foot of the résidence "les Portes du Soleil", above the restaurant La Boule de Neige, close to the pharmacy.
Ski Schools in Avoriaz
Ski School Lessons in Avoriaz
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Private ski lessons
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Group ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Avoriaz and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in Avoriaz. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Private ski lessons
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer private lessons for beginners up to those looking to hone technique.
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Group ski lessons
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.
Airport Transfers in Avoriaz
Transfers for Avoriaz
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Private airport transfers
This private airport transfer company has been operating in the French Alps for over ten years, run by a local who'll also be your driver.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Avoriaz, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
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Private and shared airport transfers
With over 15 years of experience in the Alps, Getaway vans use this knowledge to ensure your holiday gets off to the best possible hassle-free start.
Winter Things To Do in Avoriaz
Wintersport Things To Do in Avoriaz
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Outdoor ice rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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Avoscoot snowmobiling
Snowmobiling can be a fun, fast, snowy activity. Starting from Avoriaz resort, outings start from 17.30 to midnight, giving you free range of the snow and the Alps.
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Helicopter tours
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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Evening snowshoe and dinner adventure
Discover the wintry mountains on foot and enjoy an evening meal in a mountain refuge or igloo.
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Heliskiing/boarding
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
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Night sledging
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
