Valtournenche snow report
Valtournenche
Valtournenche is a beautiful and historic ski resort located in Italy. It offers various trails for skiers of all levels, with the best ones being the Glaciers, Colle, and Valletta. One interesting fact about Valtournenche is that it is home to the oldest ski lift in Italy, dating back to 1947. For beginner skiers, the Pancheron trail is recommended, as it is gentle and easy to navigate. As for apres ski, the Bar Ristorante La Grotta is a cozy and fun spot to enjoy drinks and snacks with friends and family. Overall, Valtournenche is a must-visit destination for ski enthusiasts looking for a mix of adventure, history, and relaxation.
Terrain mix: Valtournenche ski resort is located in the Aosta Valley region of Italy, near the border with Switzerland. The resort is situated in the shadow of the iconic Matterhorn peak.
The pertinent mountain ranges in the area include the Pennine Alps, which is home to the Matterhorn and some of the highest peaks in the Alps. The resort also offers views of the Monte Rosa massif, which includes several other major peaks.
Valtournenche ski resort boasts a variety of mountain aspects, with slopes facing in different directions to cater to skiers of all abilities. The resort offers a range of terrain, from gentle beginner slopes to challenging off-piste runs for more advanced skiers and snowboarders. The high altitude of the resort ensures good snow conditions throughout the winter season.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Valtournenche -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Valtournenche in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Valtournenche reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Valtournenche
Where does the snow data for Valtournenche come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Valtournenche?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Valtournenche?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Valtournenche.