Chantemerle Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 May 2026 20:40 BST
Snow Forecast for Chantemerle
Snow and Weather from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Chantemerle Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Chantemerle?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in Chantemerle
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
12
up to 1cm New Snow
Light drizzle, fair, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,242m 7,356ft to 2,150m 7,054ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Chantemerle are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,540m 8,333ft | 2℃ 36°F
 +1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 0℃ 33°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| 1,945m 6,381ft | 7℃ 45°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 +5cm +2in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 14℃ 58°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,242m 7,356ft | varying 2,442m 8,012ft | varying 2,273m 7,457ft | ||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 52°F | 13℃ 56°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 47°F | 8℃ 46°F | 14℃ 56°F | 14℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 37°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.
Snow Forecast near Chantemerle
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 14cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 3cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Risoul | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Villeneuve | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Monêtier les Bains | 3cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Bardonecchia | 3cm 1in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Briançon | 1cm - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Chantemerle typically sees a snow depth of 100-250 cm throughout the winter, with consistent snowfall from December through April. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski regularly.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chantemerle
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chantemerle, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chantemerle, 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 Chantemerle 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 Chantemerle 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 Chantemerle 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.