Chamrousse Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Chamrousse
This is the Snow Forecast for Chamrousse, France for 17 days from 10 December.
Updated 11 December 2025 04:09 IST.
Forecast times for Chamrousse are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Chamrousse.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Chamrousse Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Chamrousse?
| Next Snow Expected | 24 December |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | - |
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Forecast for today in Chamrousse
Max 8℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Chamrousse has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Chamrousse Snow Report
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| Wed 10 | Thu 11 | Fri 12 | Sat 13 | Sun 14 | Mon 15 | Tue 16 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,250m | 3℃
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
 | 8℃
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| 1,835m | 6℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
| 7℃
| 8℃
| 11℃
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| 1,420m | 8℃
| 8℃
| 9℃
| 6℃
| 8℃
| 11℃
| 14℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 8℃ | 8℃ | 9℃ | 6℃ | 8℃ | 11℃ | 14℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 7℃ |
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 Chamrousse
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
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| Alpe d'Huez | - | 6cm | |||||||
| Vaujany | - | 6cm | |||||||
| La Grave | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Albiez Montrond | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Autrans | - | 1cm |
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.