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Col de Rousset Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Col de Rousset Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 12:43 PDT

Snow Forecast for Col de Rousset

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Col de Rousset Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Col de Rousset?

Col de Rousset Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (4,839ft)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Col de Rousset.

Forecast for today in Col de Rousset

Max 63°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedShwrsClear

Clear sky first, clear spells then rain showers, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Col de Rousset are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Col de Rousset from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
5,577ft
57°F
Lt Rain
58°F
Fair
54°F
Cloud
51°F
Clear
51°F
Clear
50°F
Cloud
51°F
Shwrs
4,839ft
59°F
Lt Rain
61°F
Fair
57°F
Cloud
53°F
Clear
54°F
Clear
53°F
Cloud
53°F
Shwrs
4,101ft
63°F
Cloud
66°F
Mixed
62°F
Fair
60°F
Clear
60°F
Fair
56°F
Cloud
58°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town63°F66°F62°F60°F60°F56°F58°F
Min Town42°F43°F44°F41°F39°F40°F39°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 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.