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Alps: is the snow above or below normal? (4 November)

AlpsData of 4 November2 min read

We compared today's snow at 3 resorts in the Alps with the same date in each of the past 46 winters. 0 of them are clearly above normal.

Snow depth in the Alps on 4 November 2026 (SnowScope snow model): Les Deux Alpes, La Grave, Orelle.
Snow depth in the Alps on 4 November 2026 (SnowScope snow model): Les Deux Alpes, La Grave, Orelle.

Is it a good start?

At 2,397 m on Les Deux Alpes the season has not started yet: our model has no snow there today (usual for the date: 8 cm). Only 8 of the past 46 winters had as little.

At 3,369 m on La Grave the season has not started yet: our model has no snow there today (usual for the date: 26 cm). Only 8 of the past 46 winters had as little.

At 2,779 m on Orelle the season has not started yet: our model has no snow there today (usual for the date: 21 cm). Only 6 of the past 46 winters had as little.

Key numbers · 4 November
ResortSnow depthNew snow, 72 hComing, next daysTop
Les Deux Alpes45 cm2 cm24 cm3,511 m
La Grave42 cm3 cm28 cm3,543 m
Orelle41 cm3 cm16 cm3,221 m

Today's snow

Of these resorts, Les Deux Alpes has the most snow on its upper slopes today, about 45 cm; then come La Grave 42 cm and Orelle 41 cm.

Our snow model shows 43,150 km² of snow-covered ground in the Alps today, with snow at 760 of 1,178 resorts.

Resort numbers are model estimates for the upper slopes; station numbers are measurements at one point, on the date shown.

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This winterUsual rangeMiddle of past winters
This winter at Les Deux Alpes (line) against the usual range of past winters (band) and their middle (dashed).

The next days

Until 7 November, our forecast gives 28 cm at La Grave, 24 cm at Les Deux Alpes and 16 cm at Orelle.

Forecasts a few days ahead can change: look at the map again the day before you travel.

Tips for skiers

  • Look for snow high up and on north-facing slopes: they keep it longest, while south-facing slopes lose it first in the sun.
  • Snow on the map does not mean a resort is open: check lifts and opening dates on the resort's website.
  • Early-season snow is thin. Stay on open, groomed pistes: rocks and grass can hide just under the surface.
  • Get a powder alert in the SnowScope app to know when Les Deux Alpes gets fresh snow.

About these numbers

Resort snow depths are the deepest snow on the resort's upper slopes from the SnowScope snow model (about 1 km, run of 4 November); they are estimates for an area, not a measurement at one point. Station values are measurements on the date shown. Forecasts can change. Always read the official avalanche bulletin before going off-piste.

Official avalanche bulletins: EAWS (Alps)

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