Snow report 18 January 2024

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 3 April 2026

We enjoyed a great and mostly sunny weekend in the Alps and then Sunday evening and Monday brought a little fresh snow. Over 2000m it snowed for most of Wednesday but below that sadly it rained. From Thursday for a few days the temperatures are dropping as cold air moves in from the north west and the freezing level is going right down.

In Tignes we had around 20cm of fresh snow on Wednesday over 2000m. Thursday we are currently enjoying the snow falling over 1900m during the day with a moderate westerly wind. The freezing level will drop to 1500m Thursday night and by then we should have another 25cm. On Friday we may have a little more light snowfall with temperatures hitting a low of -9°C on Friday night.

Freezing levels are down to around 750 metres until Saturday evening after then they will start rising again. A cold but sunny weekend is looking likely and after the snowfall this should make for some fabulous skiing! A little far ahead but on Monday a light to moderate snowfall is predicted although the freezing level will go up to around 2300m with much warmer air coming through.

The avalanche risk will be considerable at around 3 out of 5, after the new snowfall of Wednesday. Up at the higher levels be aware that the new snow on top of the old layer could cause some instability. As usual don’t venture off-piste without the correct kit or before checking the daily weather advisory in the resort.

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Top tips if you are coming skiing this week

Conditions are going to be changeable this week so you’ll want low light and sunny lenses
It's going to be quite cold too until after the weekend, so wrap up warm! Layers will work well this week and maybe pack a waterproof outer layer for Monday.
Bring your suntan lotion for the weekend and apply regularly, the sun in the mountains is very strong.
While the pistes are still quiet, if you head out during the lunch break between 12:00 and 14:00, it is often like having a private mountain to explore!
Saturday is the day to grab a table for lunch on a sunny terrace!
Check the avalanche risk as it's considerable at the moment and absolutely don't head off-piste if you don't have the correct and up to date information, equipment and guidance.

There's still time to take advantage of January cheaper flights and good deals on accommodation. Check out what's on in January in Tignes.

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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, 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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Enjoy the quiet slopes and good skiing, see you out there!

Ski Hire in Tignes

Le Almes

Ski and snowboard hire in the heart of Tignes Le Lac - open 7 days. 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!
Borsat

This great ski hire shop is situated in the Borsat area of Val Claret. You will find it between Club Med and the Odalys residence, close to the ski lifts linking Tignes and Val d’Isere and the Bollin ski lift (A free lift for beginners or: a good way to get your legs back on arrival at no expense!).
Antarctik

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 1st skiing day.
Kalinda

Location
Tignes

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Tignes? Just visit the Skiset Alpes Gliss store!
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.

Ski Schools in Tignes

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.
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

This company has instructors who are specialists in their field, and with an emphasis on real progression and FUN!

Airport Transfers in Tignes

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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.

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.
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.
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.
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.