Champex-Lac Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Champex-Lac
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This is the Snow Forecast for Champex-Lac, Switzerland for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 21in |
| Next 7 Days | 21in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Champex-Lac.
Forecast for today in Champex-Lac
Max 49°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
3in to 7in New Snow
Light rain showers, light rain, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,738ft to resort level.
Champex-Lac has 21in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Champex-Lac Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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Champex-Lac 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | S F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | |||
| 7,218ft | 38°F
 +7in
| 31°F
 +14in
| 34°F
 | 36°F
 | 34°F
| 43°F
| 39°F
 |
| SW F2 | S F3 | SW F3 | |||||
| 6,070ft | 44°F
+6in
| 33°F
+13in
| 38°F
| 45°F
| 43°F
| 47°F
| 48°F
|
| W F2 | |||||||
| 4,921ft | 49°F
+3in
| 36°F
+12in
| 42°F
| 53°F
| 50°F
| 50°F
| 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,738ft | 4,921ft | 4,921ft | ||||
| Max Town | 49°F | 36°F | 42°F | 53°F | 50°F | 50°F | 53°F |
| Min Town | 33°F | 31°F | 30°F | 34°F | 38°F | 36°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.
Champex-Lac 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 49°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
3in to 7in New Snow
Light rain showers, light rain, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,738ft to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
12in to 14in New Snow
Heavy snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 42°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
New Snow
Light snow showers first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 53°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 50°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then light rain, light rain showers later.
Max 50°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 53°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Champex-Lac, Switzerland 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 Champex-Lac, 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.
Champex-Lac Snow Forecast updated at 15:38 PDT, next update expected 21:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Champex-Lac
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Champex-Lac
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Champex-Lac, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Champex-Lac, 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 Champex-Lac 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 Champex-Lac 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 Champex-Lac 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.