Chamrousse Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 August 2026 01:56 NZST
Snow Forecast for Chamrousse
Snow and Weather from 10 August.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Chamrousse Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Chamrousse?
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Forecast for today in Chamrousse
Max 26℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 26℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Forecast times for Chamrousse are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,250m | 20℃
 | 18℃
| 19℃
 | 20℃
| 19℃
| 18℃
 | 18℃
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| 1,835m | 22℃
| 21℃
| 21℃
| 23℃
| 21℃
| 21℃
| 21℃
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| 1,420m | 26℃
| 24℃
| 26℃
| 27℃
| 26℃
| 24℃
| 24℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 26℃ | 24℃ | 26℃ | 27℃ | 26℃ | 24℃ | 24℃ |
| Min Town | 12℃ | 14℃ | 14℃ | 15℃ | 16℃ | 15℃ | 14℃ |
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 Chamrousse
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
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| Les Deux Alpes | - | - |
Snow Reliability
Chamrousse enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 80 to 150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski for updates on snowfall and snowmelt.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chamrousse
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chamrousse, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chamrousse, 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 Chamrousse 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 Chamrousse 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 Chamrousse 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.