Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sixt Fer à Cheval
This is the Snow and Weather for Sixt Fer à Cheval from 17 January.
Updated 17 January 2026 08:05 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sixt Fer à Cheval.
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Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sixt Fer à Cheval?
| Next Snow Expected | 23 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in Sixt Fer à Cheval
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Sixt Fer à Cheval are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Sixt Fer à Cheval has up to 4cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Last Snow | 10 January |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Sixt Fer à Cheval was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Sixt Fer à Cheval 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 0℃ 33°F
| 1℃ 33°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| -1℃ 30°F
 | -2℃ 27°F
| -2℃ 27°F
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm +1in
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| 1,483m 4,864ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 35°F
 +1cm +1in
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| 765m 2,510ft | 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 43°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,350m 4,429ft | varying 950m 3,117ft | varying 857m 2,812ft | ||||
| Max Town | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 53°F | 10℃ 50°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 6℃ 43°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 0℃ 33°F | -2℃ 29°F | -5℃ 23°F | -6℃ 21°F | -3℃ 26°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.
Snow Forecast near Sixt Fer à Cheval
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Clusaz | 2cm 1in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Megève | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Flaine | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Avoriaz | - | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Grand Massif | - | 4cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Sixt Fer à Cheval typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the most current snow reports, be sure to check J2Ski for updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sixt Fer à Cheval
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sixt Fer à Cheval, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sixt Fer à Cheval, 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval 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.