Courchevel Le Praz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Courchevel Le Praz
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This is the Snow Forecast for Courchevel Le Praz, France for 15 days from 20 May.
Updated 19 May 2025 05:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Courchevel Le Praz.
Forecast for today in Courchevel Le Praz
Max 54°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,396ft to 7,871ft, with rain below.
Les Arcs (10 miles from Courchevel Le Praz) is reporting “Wet” with 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Courchevel Le Praz Snow Report
Snow report from Les Arcs (10 miles from Courchevel Le Praz)
| Upper Snow Depths | 114in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 8in |
| Snow Conditions | Wet Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 2in of Snow - 24 April | |
Courchevel Le Praz 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 8,990ft | 38°F
 +1in
| 38°F
 | 31°F
 +2in
| 31°F
 | 34°F
 | 34°F
| 44°F
 |
| 6,627ft | 47°F
| 44°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 38°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
| 53°F
|
| 4,265ft | 54°F
| 56°F
 | 48°F
| 51°F
| 53°F
| 52°F
| 63°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,396ft | varying 7,838ft | varying 6,263ft | varying 8,166ft | |||
| Max Town | 54°F | 56°F | 48°F | 51°F | 53°F | 52°F | 63°F |
| Min Town | 47°F | 47°F | 41°F | 38°F | 35°F | 42°F | 46°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 Le Praz 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 54°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,396ft to 7,871ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 48°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain first, light rain showers then light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,838ft to 6,263ft, with rain below.
Max 51°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°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
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.
Max 53°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 52°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
25
Snow unlikely
Fair first, light rain then cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 63°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, light drizzle, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Courchevel Le Praz, 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 Le Praz, 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 Le Praz Snow Forecast updated at 05:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Courchevel Le Praz
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Courchevel Le Praz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Courchevel Le Praz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Courchevel Le Praz, 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 Le Praz 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 Le Praz 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 Le Praz 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.