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Serre Chevalier Snow Forecast - 3rd June 2026

Serre Chevalier Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 03 June 2026 13:46 NZST

Snow Forecast for Serre Chevalier

Snow and Weather from 3 June.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Serre Chevalier Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Serre Chevalier?

Serre Chevalier Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,000m)
Next Snow Expected4 June
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days2cm
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Forecast for today in Serre Chevalier

Max 20℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
03

Snow unlikely

FairFairFairFair

Fair.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Serre Chevalier from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
03		Thu
04		Fri
05		Sat
06		Sun
07		Mon
08		Tue
09
Wind
2,800m
10℃
Fair
12℃
Mixed
+2cm
9℃
Mixed
12℃
Clear
15℃
Mixed
15℃
Cloud
13℃
Lt Drizzle
1,984m
15℃
Fair
17℃
Mixed
+2cm
15℃
Mixed
17℃
Clear
20℃
Mixed
20℃
Cloud
18℃
Lt Drizzle
1,167m
20℃
Fair
23℃
Mixed
20℃
Mixed
23℃
Clear
25℃
Mixed
25℃
Cloud
23℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,075m
to 1,952m

2,090m

Max Town20℃23℃20℃23℃25℃25℃23℃
Min Town9℃7℃4℃10℃10℃11℃13℃

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.

Snow Forecast near Serre Chevalier

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Serre Chevalier
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayWeThFrSaSuMoTu
Les Deux Alpes19cm 22cm
Grande Galaxie13cm 14cm
Villeneuve10cm 10cm
Valloire9cm 9cm
Monêtier les Bains8cm 8cm
Puy Saint Vincent7cm 7cm
Briançon6cm 6cm
Chantemerle6cm 6cm

Snow Reliability

Serre Chevalier enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 120 cm during peak season. Snowfall typically occurs from December to April, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Serre Chevalier

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