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

MonthVal Thorens (cm)Tignes (cm)
November84.2100.4
December122.9131.4
January112.9125.5
February65.274
March90.6100.6
April61.568.7

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).