Col de Rousset Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Col de Rousset
This is the Snow and Weather for Col de Rousset from 17 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 00:41 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Col de Rousset.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Col de Rousset Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Col de Rousset?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 19cm 8in |
| Next 7 Days | 31cm 12in |
Forecast for today in Col de Rousset
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ 25°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,250m 4,101ft ).
Forecast times for Col de Rousset are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 17 February 2026 04:44 UTC
Powder Possible :- 19cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Col de Rousset over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Col de Rousset Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 20cm 8in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Pistes Open | 28 Pistes (93%) |
Ski area reported to be open, with 28 runs available.
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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | W F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | NE F2 | ||
| 1,700m 5,577ft | -3℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 +17cm +7in
| -3℃ 26°F
+10cm +4in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
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| NW F3 | W F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | NE F2 | |||
| 1,475m 4,839ft | -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+17cm +7in
| -2℃ 29°F
+10cm +4in
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| SE F3 | NE F2 | NE F2 | |||||
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+10cm +4in
| 1℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,250m 4,101ft | 1,250m 4,101ft | varying 1,450m 4,757ft | 1,250m 4,101ft | varying 1,312m 4,304ft | ||
| Max Town | 1℃ 33°F | 5℃ 40°F | 3℃ 38°F | 1℃ 33°F | 5℃ 40°F | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | -3℃ 26°F | -1℃ 31°F | -1℃ 30°F | -1℃ 30°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 35°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 Col de Rousset
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villard de Lans | 37cm 14in | 55cm 22in | |||||||
| Autrans | 32cm 12in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Corrençon en Vercors | 22cm 9in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Méaudre | 18cm 7in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Saint-Andéol | 13cm 5in | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Lus / La Jarjatte | 15cm 6in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Font d'Urle | 12cm 5in | 20cm 8in |
Snow Reliability
Col de Rousset typically enjoys reliable snow with depths averaging around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and forecasts, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Col de Rousset
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Col de Rousset, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Col de Rousset, 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 Col de Rousset 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 Col de Rousset 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 Col de Rousset 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.