Chamrousse Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Chamrousse
This is the Snow and Weather for Chamrousse from 17 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 18:45 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Chamrousse.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Chamrousse Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Chamrousse?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 42cm 16in |
| Next 7 Days | 54cm 21in |
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Forecast for today in Chamrousse
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 24°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
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10cm to 11cm 4in New Snow
Heavy snow first, heavy snow showers then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,420m 4,659ft ).
Forecast times for Chamrousse are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 17 February 2026 22:43 UTC
Powder Possible :- 42cm 17in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Chamrousse over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Chamrousse Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 260cm 102in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 160cm 63in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Pistes Open | 31 Pistes (73%) |
Ski area reported to be open, with 31 runs available.
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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,250m 7,382ft | -7℃ 19°F
+11cm +4in
| 0℃ 32°F
 | -4℃ 25°F
 +31cm +12in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +13cm +5in
| 1℃ 33°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
| 3℃ 37°F
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| 1,835m 6,020ft | -5℃ 24°F
+11cm +4in
| 3℃ 37°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+31cm +12in
| 0℃ 32°F
+13cm +5in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 42°F
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| 1,420m 4,659ft | -1℃ 31°F
+10cm +4in
| 4℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+15cm +6in
| 1℃ 33°F
+11cm +4in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 42°F
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| Snow Line | 1,420m 4,659ft | varying 1,558m 5,112ft | 1,420m 4,659ft | 1,420m 4,659ft | |||
| Max Town | -1℃ 31°F | 4℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | 4℃ 39°F | 5℃ 40°F | 5℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 24°F | -8℃ 17°F | -2℃ 27°F | -3℃ 26°F | -4℃ 24°F | -6℃ 20°F | -3℃ 26°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Snow Forecast near Chamrousse
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaujany | 48cm 19in | 59cm 23in | |||||||
| Albiez Montrond | 45cm 18in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 45cm 18in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 44cm 18in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Alpe du Grand Serre | 38cm 15in | 50cm 20in | |||||||
| La Grave | 40cm 16in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Autrans | 18cm 7in | 29cm 12in |
Snow Reliability
Chamrousse enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 80 to 150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski for updates on snowfall and snowmelt.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chamrousse
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chamrousse, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chamrousse, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Chamrousse is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Chamrousse will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Chamrousse for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.