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Chamrousse Snow Forecast - 16th October 2026

Chamrousse Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 October 2026 03:48 CDT

Snow Forecast for Chamrousse

Snow and Weather from 16 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Chamrousse Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Chamrousse?

Chamrousse Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,835m)
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There is no snow currently in the forecast for Chamrousse.
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Forecast for today in Chamrousse

Max 16℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 16℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
16

Snow unlikely

MixedClearClearClear

Clear spells early, then clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Chamrousse from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
16		Sat
17		Sun
18		Mon
19		Tue
20		Wed
21		Thu
22
Wind
2,250m
13℃
Clear
8℃
Clear
2℃
Light Snow
+1cm
9℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Lt Drizzle
6℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
4℃
Cloud
1,835m
15℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
5℃
Light Snow
12℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Mixed
7℃
Cloud
1,420m
16℃
Clear
10℃
Cloud
5℃
Light Snow
9℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Clear
8℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 1,712m
to 1,466m

varying 1,989m
to 1,835m

Max Town16℃10℃5℃9℃14℃12℃8℃
Min Town6℃5℃2℃2℃7℃3℃1℃

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

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Chamrousse
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Les Deux Alpes15cm 37cm
Vaujany8cm 23cm
Alpe d'Huez4cm 18cm
La Grave2cm 12cm
Albiez Montrond-2cm
Alpe du Grand Serre-2cm

How reliable is the snow in Chamrousse?

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.