Snow report 12 December 2024

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 6 April 2026

We did get the good dump of snow last weekend and it stayed really cold here in Tignes, with sunny days! This means that the snow cannons can all run on the lower slopes to help build up the base that we have. The snow depth is currently around 90cm at the top and 40cm at the base.

The next few days look changeable with a high pressure coming in from the West and the UK and air pressure rising up to Friday. This means more sunshine, very light winds and freezing temperatures at around 1500m.

Changing weather

Friday sees a weak low pressure so it will become cloudy and there is light snow showing in the forecast over the weekend, maybe as much as 8-10cm in some parts of the French Alps. Some of the snow could reach us by Friday night. Snowfall is possible on Sunday and the freezing temperature will drop to around 800m, before the new high pressure comes in.

Early next week

However the new high pressure is stronger and will bring warmer temperatures by Tuesday which will stay for a few days. Temperatures will be mild, getting up to as high as 8 - 10°C at 1200-1500m.

Looking ahead

By next weekend as the high moves away, the temperatures will drop right down again and light snow looks possible. Looking ahead, which is always hard to predict, but it looks like Santa may be bringing the Christmas gift of a much bigger snowfall from 23 December for a few days!

Happy holidays in Tignes

We hope you all enjoy a great holiday time in Tignes and the new snow that was predicted has arrived and that it's still snowing now. Like you, we're taking a little holiday breather for a couple of weeks from our usual snow updates and predictions... We’ll be back with our first snow report of the New Year on 3rd January and hoping that all of our new year wishes come true with mountains full of powder and bluebird days ahead.

If you’re an off-piste skier, make sure to always check the latest avalanche warnings as it’s still early season and although snow coverage looks good it could be thin in places and not yet compacted. (Scroll down the page to see today’s avalanche rating). Stay safe when off-piste, read our guide to avalanche safety.

Photo above from European Snow Pride taken this week in Tignes.

Watch this

Planning ahead

Remember the resort will be busy over the Christmas and New Year holidays, so if you are looking to eat out on the mountain or in town, it’s a good idea to get that booked up early…

New Years Eve

If you are heading out to celebrate New Year’s Eve, book now! The bars and restaurants only have limited space, the resort will be full, and some restaurants are offering two sittings. You will find it difficult to get into places if you haven’t booked your restaurant in advance.

What’s going on in January

January is a fabulous time to ski in Tignes. The snow is good, the slopes are quieter, accommodation is normally better value and flights are cheaper. It’s easier to get your favourite table in your preferred mountain restaurant in January. Check out what's on in January in Tignes.

See all Restaurants in Tignes See all

Updates

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Tignes. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday from 3 January 2025 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 Tignes this week, we want to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeTignes #seetignes. 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 New Year, here’s to a fabulous and very snowy 2025, we’ll see you out on the pistes!

See our Ski Pass Guide

Ski Hire in Tignes

Le Rosset

Ski & Snowboard Hire in the centre of Tignes Le Lac, on the snow front. 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!
Altaviva

Location
Tignes

You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Tignes 1800 - Les Boisses!
Diva

Just in front of the Grande Motte car park, this ski and snowboard rental shop is based underneath the Diva Hotel and is easily accessible by road, bus and foot.
Le Lodge

This shop is ideally situated at the centre of resort between the Place du Curling and the hotel Le Ski d'Or, near the piste departures. Christophe and his team will give you a warm welcome to the newly renovated store, and with their experience, assist you with your rental.
Tignes Spirit

Location
Tignes

This is the only independent, British-owned ski and snowboard shop in the Espace Killy.
Chalet Club

Snowboard and ski rental located at the bottom of the slopes with a 50 meters distance to the funicular train of Grande Motte and also to the connection lifts between Tignes and Val d Isere. 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!

Ski Schools in Tignes

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.
Group ski lessons

Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
Private ski lessons

This school is a reputable ski school that was originally set up in Val d'Isère in 2006 and is well respected for their off-piste clinics.
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.
Private ski lessons

Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
Group ski lessons

This company has a simple philosophy: teaching in small groups by instructors who are specialists in their field, with an emphasis on real progression and FUN!

Airport Transfers in Tignes

Private airport transfers

This professional airport transfer company operates year-round across the French Alps in the Savoie region. English-owned and French-registered, it’s based in Peisey-Nancroix near Les Arcs.
Shared bus airport transfers

A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
Private and shared airport transfers

This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Tignes, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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.
Private and shared airport transfers

This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to the Tignes Valley and Bourg St Maurice. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
Shared airport transfers

Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.

Winter Things To Do in Tignes

See our Activity Guide

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.
Helicopter tours

Location
Bourg-Saint-Maurice

A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Heli-Skiing

Alpamayo are a group of high mountain guides based in Chamonix all year round as well as in Val d'Isere and Tignes in the winter.
School of Ice Diving

Experience the sub aquatic world, the beauty of the colours below and the explore the icy lake in Tignes.
Ski bungee jump

Thrill seekers prepare yourselves for the new winter/summer attraction in Tignes. The Bun J Ride allows you to jump a 30m ramp, falling off into a 40m drop on bungee cords, and then locks you into a zip wire taking you back down to earth.
Tignes Snowmobile Activity Company

Snowmobiles are illegal on the pistes during the day but once the slopes are closed you can get out on your Skidoo and discover Tignes under the stars.