Courchevel Le Praz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Courchevel Le Praz
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This is the Snow Forecast for Courchevel Le Praz, France for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 01:35 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Courchevel Le Praz.
Forecast for today in Courchevel Le Praz
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.
Courchevel Le Praz has 4cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Courchevel Le Praz Snow Report
Snow report from Méribel ( 5km 3 miles from Courchevel Le Praz)
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 60cm 24in of Snow - 17 April |
Courchevel Le Praz 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,740m 8,990ft | -2℃ 29°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
 +4cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
 | 0℃ 31°F
 +2cm +1in
| 4℃ 38°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 42°F
|
| 2,020m 6,627ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+4cm +2in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 51°F
 |
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 16℃ 60°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,979m 6,493ft | 1,939m 6,362ft | varying 2,109m 6,919ft | 2,519m 8,264ft | |||
| Max Town | 9℃ 49°F | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 50°F | 11℃ 51°F | 15℃ 58°F | 16℃ 61°F | 16℃ 60°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 38°F | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 40°F | 7℃ 45°F | 8℃ 47°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.
Courchevel Le Praz Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain then cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,979m 6,493ft to 1,649m 5,410ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,109m 6,919ft to 2,019m 6,624ft , with rain below.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, light rain showers later.
This Snow Forecast for Courchevel Le Praz, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Courchevel Le Praz, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Courchevel Le Praz Snow Forecast updated at 01:35 BST, next update expected 07:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Courchevel Le Praz
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Menuires | 25cm 10in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 20cm 8in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 16cm 6in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Tignes | 14cm 5in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Val d'Isère | 15cm 6in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Courchevel Moriond | 13cm 5in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 14cm 6in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Courchevel Village | 10cm 4in | 13cm 5in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Courchevel Le Praz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Courchevel Le Praz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Courchevel Le Praz, 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 Courchevel Le Praz 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 Courchevel Le Praz 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 Courchevel Le Praz 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.