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Snow report, 3 April 2025
We’ve seen a real mix of weather over the past week here in Avoriaz. Last Saturday brought a fresh top-up of snow, setting us up for a great powder day with sunshine on Sunday. Since then, we’ve had a bit of everything; sunshine, strong winds at higher altitudes, rain, and more snowfall.
Lately, the weather has been quite unpredictable, with some days originally forecast to be sunny ending up snowy instead! This uncertainty has largely been due to the influence of the Foehn wind.
The next few days
At the moment, it looks like we have a spell of dry, sunny weather ahead. With the snow melting more quickly due to slightly higher-than-average temperatures, the best skiing is now above 2,000m. You may still find some powder on high, sheltered north-facing slopes.
Although it has felt cold at times, and the freezing level briefly dropped to around 1,400m on Tuesday helping to preserve lower slopes, temperatures are now on the rise. The freezing level is expected to climb between 2,000m and 2,900m over the next few days, with temperatures struggling to dip below freezing. This is due to a northern high-pressure system bringing in milder weather. So, make the most of the spring skiing.
Avalanche risk
After recent strong winds, rain, and snowfall, there has been some avalanche instability across the Northern Alps, mainly due to glide cracks and cold, dry slab avalanches, often triggered by skiers. The current avalanche risk is 3 out of 5 above 2,200m, with an additional danger of wet snow avalanches. Be sure to check the avalanche warnings in Avoriaz before even thinking about heading off-piste.
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Top tips if you are skiing this week
We have spring ski conditions now and although the pistes are quiet, they will begin to get busier as the European school holidays for Easter begin next week. There are plenty of events planned in April in Avoriaz, check out our events calendar.
- The temperature is changeable in the mountains, we’re properly spring skiing now, but it may be a little chilly out of the sun. So thinner layers, a shell jacket rather than a thick winter coat, more lightweight gloves are a good idea, and open those vents as the day warms up!
- Don't forget the sunscreen! Even when the windchill is high, the sun in the mountains is still intense.
- You’ll need your goggle lenses for sun this week
- Early morning the pistes are harder packed and maybe a bit icy and then a bit slushy in the afternoon. So coordinate your ski time to whichever conditions you prefer.
- Get your skis and boards waxed as the wetter snow can slow you down a bit!
- Book the sunny restaurant terrace for a long lazy lunch
Still time to enjoy some late season skiing, check out - Why come spring skiing in Avoriaz.
Updates and be social
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.
We need you!
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.
Have a great week out on the pistes!
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
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Crozats
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset Crozats store!
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CMP
In the heart of the resort, Cmp Skimium is ideally located close to the ski slopes and ski lifts.
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Place Centrale
Ski and snowboard rental store and sports shop is situated in the heart of resort in the Place Centrale next to the Cinema.
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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.
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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.
Ski Schools in Avoriaz
Ski School Lessons in Avoriaz
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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
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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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 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 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 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 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 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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Night sledging
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
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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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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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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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Snowshoeing
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
