Chamrousse Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 12:45 UTC
Snow Forecast for Chamrousse
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some 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 | 22 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 31cm 12in |
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Forecast for today in Chamrousse
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Chamrousse are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,250m 7,382ft | 0℃ 33°F
| -3℃ 26°F
 +8cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+5cm +2in
| -10℃ 15°F
 +14cm +6in
| -10℃ 14°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 1,835m 6,020ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+8cm +3in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+5cm +2in
| -7℃ 19°F
+14cm +6in
| -7℃ 18°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 1,420m 4,659ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 1℃ 34°F
 +2cm +1in
| 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 10℃ 51°F
+7cm +3in
| -4℃ 25°F
+20cm +8in
| -4℃ 26°F
+6cm +3in
|
| Snow Line | 1,420m 4,659ft | varying 1,820m 5,971ft | 1,420m 4,659ft | 1,420m 4,659ft | |||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 1℃ 34°F | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 48°F | 10℃ 51°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 27°F | -5℃ 22°F | -7℃ 20°F | -4℃ 24°F | -8℃ 18°F | -9℃ 15°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 | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaujany | 6cm 2in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Albiez Montrond | 3cm 1in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Autrans | 2cm 1in | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Alpe du Grand Serre | 5cm 2in | 29cm 12in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 7cm 3in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Alpe d'Huez | 5cm 2in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| La Grave | 4cm 2in | 19cm 8in |
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.