Briançon Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 14 November 2026 01:45 GMT
Snow Forecast for Briançon
Snow and Weather from 14 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Briançon Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Briançon?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
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Forecast for today in Briançon
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
14
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,690m 5,545ft to 1,659m 5,443ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Briançon are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,540m 8,333ft | 0℃ 32°F
 +1cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+5cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +6cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+6cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
+17cm +7in
| -2℃ 27°F
+15cm +6in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +5cm +2in
|
| 1,854m 6,081ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
+5cm +2in
|
| 1,167m 3,829ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 9℃ 49°F
 | 8℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,690m 5,545ft | varying 1,844m 6,050ft | varying 1,813m 5,948ft | varying 2,352m 7,717ft | varying 2,367m 7,766ft | varying 2,090m 6,857ft | varying 2,167m 7,110ft |
| Max Town | 12℃ 53°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 49°F | 11℃ 52°F | 9℃ 49°F | 8℃ 45°F | 8℃ 46°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 38°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°F | 7℃ 44°F | 4℃ 39°F | -2℃ 27°F |
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 Briançon
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monêtier les Bains | 15cm 6in | 89cm 35in | |||||||
| Villeneuve | 15cm 6in | 89cm 35in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 16cm 6in | 86cm 34in | |||||||
| Chantemerle | 12cm 5in | 56cm 22in | |||||||
| Risoul | 8cm 3in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Bardonecchia | 9cm 3in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 5cm 2in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Sestrière | 5cm 2in | 42cm 16in |
How reliable is the snow in Briançon?
Briançon enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall and a well-managed snowmaking system ensure excellent skiing; check J2Ski for the latest updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Briançon
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Briançon, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Briançon, 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 Briançon 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 Briançon 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 Briançon 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.