Courchevel 1850 Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Courchevel 1850
This is the Snow and Weather for Courchevel 1850 from 16 February.
Updated 16 February 2026 12:47 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Courchevel 1850.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Courchevel 1850 Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Courchevel 1850?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 22cm 9in |
| Next 48 Hours | 42cm 16in |
| Next 7 Days | 68cm 27in |
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Forecast for today in Courchevel 1850
Max -1℃ 29°F
Min -7℃ 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 20°F and not getting above -1℃ 29°F
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22cm to 25cm 9in to 10in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, heavy snow then heavy snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,850m 6,070ft ).
Forecast times for Courchevel 1850 are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 February 2026 16:44 UTC
Powder Possible :- 42cm 17in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Courchevel 1850 over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Courchevel 1850 Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 195cm 77in |
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| Lower Snow Depths | 162cm 64in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Pistes Open | 75 Pistes (72%) |
Ski area reported to be open, with 75 runs available.
Courchevel 1850 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
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| Wind | W F2 | ||||||
| 2,740m 8,990ft | -7℃ 20°F
+22cm +9in
| -11℃ 12°F
+16cm +6in
| -4℃ 24°F
+4cm +2in
| -9℃ 16°F
+21cm +8in
| -8℃ 18°F
+4cm +1in
| -6℃ 21°F
 +1cm
| 1℃ 35°F
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| W F2 | |||||||
| 2,295m 7,530ft | -4℃ 25°F
+22cm +9in
| -8℃ 18°F
+16cm +6in
| -1℃ 29°F
+4cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
+21cm +8in
| -5℃ 24°F
+4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
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| 1,850m 6,070ft | -1℃ 29°F
+25cm +10in
| -5℃ 23°F
+29cm +12in
| 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
+23cm +9in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +3cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 9℃ 48°F
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| Snow Line | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | |
| Max Town | -1℃ 29°F | -5℃ 23°F | 2℃ 35°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 29°F | 0℃ 33°F | 9℃ 48°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 20°F | -9℃ 15°F | -10℃ 15°F | -6℃ 21°F | -5℃ 24°F | -4℃ 25°F | -8℃ 18°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.
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Snow Forecast near Courchevel 1850
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
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| Courchevel | 47cm 18in | 70cm 27in | |||||||
| Courchevel Le Praz | 42cm 16in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Courchevel Moriond | 47cm 18in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Courchevel Village | 47cm 18in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Méribel | 42cm 16in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 45cm 18in | 63cm 25in | |||||||
| Tignes | 45cm 18in | 63cm 25in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 45cm 18in | 62cm 24in |
Snow Reliability
Courchevel 1850 enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snowfall of around 300 cm per season. The resort's high altitude ensures good snow depth throughout the winter, making it advisable to check the latest snow reports on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Courchevel 1850
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Courchevel 1850, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Courchevel 1850, 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 Courchevel 1850 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 Courchevel 1850 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 Courchevel 1850 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.