Châtel Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Châtel
This is the Snow and Weather for Châtel from 9 February.
Updated 09 February 2026 02:17 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Châtel.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Châtel Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Châtel?
| Next Snow Expected | 10 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 9cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 30cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 83cm 33in |
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Forecast for today in Châtel
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ 22°F and rising to 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Châtel are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 09 February 2026 06:19 UTC
Powder Possible :- 30cm 12in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Châtel over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Châtel Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 110cm 43in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 5cm 2in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Pistes Open | 76 Pistes (76%) |
Ski area reported to be open, with 76 runs available.
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| Mon 09 | Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | -1℃ 30°F
| -2℃ 29°F
 +9cm +4in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +20cm +8in
| -2℃ 28°F
+22cm +9in
| -1℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| -6℃ 21°F
+12cm +5in
| -11℃ 13°F
 +1cm
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| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 1,650m 5,413ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+9cm +4in
| 1℃ 34°F
+20cm +8in
| 1℃ 34°F
+22cm +9in
| 3℃ 37°F
+7cm +3in
| -2℃ 27°F
+12cm +5in
| -7℃ 19°F
+1cm
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| 1,100m 3,609ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+9cm +4in
| 6℃ 42°F
 +7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
+12cm +5in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
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| Snow Line | varying 1,331m 4,367ft | varying 1,500m 4,921ft | varying 1,362m 4,469ft | varying 1,208m 3,963ft | 1,100m 3,609ft | 1,100m 3,609ft | |
| Max Town | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 6℃ 42°F | 0℃ 32°F | -3℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 22°F | -5℃ 23°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F | -2℃ 28°F | -8℃ 18°F | -12℃ 10°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 Châtel
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentière | 49cm 19in | 117cm 46in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 41cm 16in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Flaine | 41cm 16in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Morillon | 35cm 14in | 90cm 35in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 35cm 14in | 90cm 35in | |||||||
| Morzine | 29cm 11in | 87cm 34in | |||||||
| Portes du Soleil | 29cm 11in | 87cm 34in | |||||||
| Les Gets | 29cm 11in | 86cm 34in |
Snow Reliability
Châtel typically enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great conditions, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Châtel
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Châtel, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Châtel, 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 Châtel 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 Châtel 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 Châtel 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.