Serre Chevalier Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Serre Chevalier
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This is the Snow Forecast for Serre Chevalier, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 07:32 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 31cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 42cm 16in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Serre Chevalier.
Forecast for today in Serre Chevalier
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,459m 8,068ft to 1,919m 6,296ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 07:38 BST
Powder Possible :- 19cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Serre Chevalier over the next 2 days.
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Serre Chevalier is reporting "Hard".
Serre Chevalier Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 109cm 43in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 35cm 14in |
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
| Last Snow | 2cm 1in of Snow - 2 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Serre Chevalier was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Serre Chevalier 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,800m 9,186ft | 3℃ 37°F
 +6cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
 +7cm +3in
| -1℃ 31°F
+18cm +7in
| 4℃ 38°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
 | -1℃ 29°F
+9cm +4in
| 3℃ 37°F
 |
| 1,984m 6,508ft | 8℃ 47°F
+5cm +2in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+14cm +5in
| 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| 1,167m 3,829ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,459m 8,068ft | varying 2,349m 7,707ft | varying 2,399m 7,871ft | varying 2,369m 7,772ft | varying 2,289m 7,510ft | ||
| Max Town | 15℃ 59°F | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 49°F | 14℃ 57°F | 12℃ 54°F | 11℃ 52°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 5℃ 42°F | 6℃ 44°F | 6℃ 42°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.
Serre Chevalier 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 15℃ 59°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain, rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,419m 7,936ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 10cm up to 4in New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 2,269m 7,444ft to 2,019m 6,624ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 26cm up to 10in New Snow
Rain, light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,159m 7,083ft to 1,629m 5,344ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,279m 7,477ft to 2,029m 6,657ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,279m 7,477ft to 2,079m 6,821ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Serre Chevalier, 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 Serre Chevalier, 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.
Serre Chevalier Snow Forecast updated at 07:32 BST, next update expected 10:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Serre Chevalier
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sestrière | 82cm 32in | 97cm 38in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | 62cm 24in | 78cm 31in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 52cm 20in | 73cm 29in | |||||||
| Bardonecchia | 58cm 23in | 65cm 26in | |||||||
| Grande Galaxie | 44cm 17in | 63cm 25in | |||||||
| Villeneuve | 50cm 20in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 44cm 17in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Monêtier les Bains | 37cm 14in | 50cm 20in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Serre Chevalier
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Serre Chevalier, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Serre Chevalier, 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 Serre Chevalier 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 Serre Chevalier 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 Serre Chevalier 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.