New year in Les Arcs with a chairlift, sunshine and snow on the pistes

Snow Report, 4 January 2024

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 10 May 2026

Happy New Year everyone! So probably while you were enjoying the fireworks in Les Arcs it was snowing! This is what we were waiting for over new years eve but it wasn’t quite enough! However…to welcome the new year properly, Wednesday night we saw quite strong westerly winds and a decent snow fall of around 24cm and it’s not finished yet. This weekend we have some great snowfall forecast.

Exciting news, this week we have seen fresh snow already in Les Arcs. Thursday is clear and mostly sunny, but from Friday through to Sunday we are looking at around 20cm of snow falling, the heaviest of this will be on Friday night. Winds will remain mainly light north, north easterly. The freezing level by Sunday will be down to about 500m, with temperatures hovering around -11°C.

So after this weekend on the quiet January slopes you will enjoy some fabulous powder days as it’s looking like sunshine from Tuesday. The avalanche risk before the latest snow was around 2 but this will likely rise to 3 or even 4 out of 5 in places of heavy snowfall at high altitude, so as always don’t venture off-piste without the correct kit or before checking the days weather advisory in resort.

Great shot above, this week in Les Arcs from the Tourist Office

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Insider tips from the pistes

If you're travelling and out skiing this week:

Pack a variety of equipment - highlight and low light goggle lenses and layers! Temperatures have been down to -14C so wrap up warm.
Snow chains will be essential to get up the roads this weekend, winter tyres are obligatory here in the Alps departments. Make sure your car is well-equipped to travel safely.
When skiing during the snowfall, if possible head between the trees as the branches slow the snowfall and improve visibility.
Keep up to date on the days weather and lifts opening/closing as times can change when the weather closes in.
Check the avalanche risk and absolutely don't head off-piste if you don't have the correct information, equipment and guidance.

January is a fabulous time to ski in Les Arcs. 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 too. Check out What's on in January in Les Arcs.

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Updates

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Les Arcs. 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 Les Arcs

Snow Pro 3 Arcs 1600

Location
Arc 1600

The ski hire shop is located at the top of the funiculaire, and by the free bus stops. It is near to the tourist office and the lift pass offices. There is free parking available. Benjamin and his team will welcome you to the stop and assist you with your rental equipment.
Christina Sports

Location
Arc 1600

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.
Skishop 1950

Location
Arc 1950

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Les Arcs? Just visit the Skiset Front de Neige 1950 store!
Edenarc

Location
Arc 1800

Edenarc shop is located on the car park level of the Prestige Edenarc- ODALYS Residence.
Centre du Village

Location
Arc 1950

This ski and snowboard store is situated in the Place Centrale close to the ski lesson start point for children. The shop has a great range of ski and snowboard accessories for sale alongside ski and snowboard equipment hire.
Le Ridge

Location
Arc 1600

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Les Arcs? Just visit the NetSki Le Ridge store!

Ski Schools in Les Arcs

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.
Group ski lessons

This ski school offers group snowboard and ski lessons for adults and children in Arc 1600 and 1800.
Private ski lessons

This British Ski School was set up by John Paul McCarthy, a fully qualified British instructor, who has successfully created a school of like minded, passionate snowsports professionals, who care about promoting safe and enjoyable skiing experiences.
Group ski lessons

This ski school offers group snowboard and ski lessons for adults and children.
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.
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.

Airport Transfers in Les Arcs

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.
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

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

This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Les Arcs. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.

Winter Things To Do in Les Arcs

See our Activity Guide

Snowshoeing

Location
Arc 2000

This is a perfect way to discover the charm and serenity of the mountains away from the busy pistes.
Snowshoeing

Location
Arc 1950

This is a perfect way to discover the charm and serenity of the mountains away from the busy pistes.
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.
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.
Horse drawn skiing

Learn the skills needed for Ski Joering in Les Arcs.
Patinoire Naturelle (Ice Rink)

Location
Arc 2000

In Place de la Patinoire you will find the natural outdoor ice skating rink.