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Courchevel 1850 Snow Forecast - 17th May 2026

Courchevel 1850 Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 14:46 PDT

Snow Forecast for Courchevel 1850

Snow and Weather from 17 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Courchevel 1850 Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Courchevel 1850?

Courchevel 1850 Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (7,530ft)
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Forecast for today in Courchevel 1850

Max 47°F
Min 19°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 19°F and rising to 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
17

Snow unlikely

FairMixedClearFair

Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.

Forecast times for Courchevel 1850 are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

Courchevel 1850 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Courchevel 1850 from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Wind
8,990ft
35°F
Mixed
34°F
Light Snow
+1in
37°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
44°F
Fair
49°F
Mixed
53°F
Clear
55°F
Clear
7,530ft
40°F
Mixed
39°F
Light Snow
42°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
49°F
Fair
55°F
Mixed
58°F
Clear
60°F
Clear
6,070ft
47°F
Mixed
46°F
Light Snow
48°F
Cloud
56°F
Shwrs
61°F
Clear
65°F
Fair
67°F
Fair
Snow Line

varying 8,392ft
to 6,171ft

varying 6,171ft
to 6,070ft

Max Town47°F46°F48°F56°F61°F65°F67°F
Min Town19°F28°F33°F38°F29°F31°F40°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

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Courchevel 1850
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Les Arcs4in 4in
La Plagne2in 2in
Tignes2in 2in
Val d'Isère1in 1in
Courchevel1in 1in
Courchevel Le Praz1in 1in
Courchevel Moriond1in 1in
Courchevel Village1in 1in

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.