Val Thorens vs Tignes — Snowfall Comparison
Side-by-side snowfall comparison based on 10 years of historical data (2015–2025). See which resort gets more snow, the best months for powder, and how they compare on elevation and location.
Val Thorens
French Alps, France
- Elevation
- 3,230m / 10,598ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 649cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 59%
- Season Snowfall
- 537cm
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Tignes
French Alps, France
- Elevation
- 3,456m / 11,339ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 710cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 66%
- Season Snowfall
- 601cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Val Thorens (cm) | Tignes (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 84.2 | 100.4 |
| December | 122.9 | 131.4 |
| January | 112.9 | 125.5 |
| February | 65.2 | 74 |
| March | 90.6 | 100.6 |
| April | 61.5 | 68.7 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Tignes receives more annual snowfall (710cm) compared to Val Thorens (649cm) — a difference of 61cm per year. The best month for powder at Val Thorens is December (59% probability), while Tignes's best is December (66% probability).