Courchevel Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Courchevel
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This is the Snow Forecast for Courchevel, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 14 April 2025 23:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 22in |
| Next 7 Days | 25in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Courchevel.
Forecast for today in Courchevel
Max 63°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
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Updated 14 April 2025 23:38 PDT
Powder Possible :- 20in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Courchevel over the next 2 days.
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Courchevel Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 46in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 15in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Pistes Open | 29 Trails (28%) |
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||
| 8,990ft | 40°F
| 32°F
 +4in
| 25°F
 +18in
| 33°F
 +1in
| 37°F
 | 31°F
+2in
| 38°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 6,627ft | 48°F
| 40°F
+4in
| 32°F
+16in
| 42°F
 | 46°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
|
| 4,265ft | 63°F
| 50°F
| 36°F
+13in
| 51°F
| 59°F
| 56°F
| 55°F
|
| Snow Line | 7,510ft | varying 7,674ft | varying 4,623ft | varying 4,656ft | varying 7,575ft | 6,198ft | |
| Max Town | 63°F | 50°F | 36°F | 51°F | 59°F | 56°F | 55°F |
| Min Town | 45°F | 33°F | 29°F | 33°F | 42°F | 40°F | 40°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.
Courchevel Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 63°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 50°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 4in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain then rain showers, light snow later.
Snow Line from 7,674ft to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
13in to 18in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow showers then light snow, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 4,623ft to resort level.
Max 51°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 4,656ft to resort level.
Max 59°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 56°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, thunderstorms, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,575ft to 6,001ft, with rain below.
Max 55°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Courchevel, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Courchevel, on any given trail or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Courchevel Snow Forecast updated at 23:36 PDT, next update expected 02:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Courchevel
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 45in | 55in | |||||||
| Val Cenis | 42in | 49in | |||||||
| Tignes | 40in | 45in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 35in | 39in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 29in | 34in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 26in | 32in | |||||||
| Sainte-Foy Tarentaise | 27in | 32in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 24in | 28in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Courchevel
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Courchevel, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Courchevel, 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 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 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 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.