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Chalmazel Snow Forecast - 20th March 2026

Chalmazel Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 07:42 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Chalmazel

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Chalmazel Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Chalmazel?

Chalmazel Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,365m)
Next Snow Expected25 March
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days15cm

Forecast for today in Chalmazel

Max 11℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
20

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudClear

Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Chalmazel from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
20
Sat
21
Sun
22
Mon
23
Tue
24
Wed
25
Thu
26
WindSW F3NW F3
1,600m
8℃
Clear
8℃
Clear
2℃
Light Snow
5℃
Lt Drizzle
8℃
Cloud
0℃
Snow
+3cm
-5℃
Snow
+5cm
SW F3NW F3
1,365m
10℃
Clear
9℃
Clear
4℃
Light Snow
6℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Cloud
2℃
Snow
+3cm
-3℃
Snow
+5cm
SW F3NW F3
1,130m
11℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
5℃
Lt Drizzle
8℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Cloud
3℃
Snow
+2cm
-2℃
Snow
+5cm
Snow Line

1,315m

varying 1,345m
to 1,130m

1,130m

Max Town11℃11℃5℃8℃11℃3℃-2℃
Min Town1℃1℃-1℃-1℃-1℃-3℃-5℃

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

Chalmazel typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 80 cm during peak season. Snowfall is consistent, and visitors are encouraged to check J2Ski for the latest updates on conditions and snowmelt.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chalmazel

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chalmazel, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chalmazel, 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 Chalmazel 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 Chalmazel 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 Chalmazel 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.