Serre Chevalier Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 09 May 2026 19:41 BST
Snow Forecast for Serre Chevalier
Snow and Weather from 9 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Serre Chevalier Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Serre Chevalier?
| Next Snow Expected | 11 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
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Forecast for today in Serre Chevalier
Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Serre Chevalier are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sat 09 | Sun 10 | Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,800m 9,186ft | 10℃ 49°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +1cm
| 4℃ 38°F
+5cm +2in
| 6℃ 44°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| -5℃ 22°F
 +5cm +2in
|
| 1,984m 6,508ft | 15℃ 58°F
| 8℃ 47°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
+4cm +2in
| 12℃ 53°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+5cm +2in
|
| 1,167m 3,829ft | 20℃ 68°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,413m 7,917ft | varying 2,152m 7,060ft | varying 2,121m 6,959ft | varying 1,705m 5,594ft | |||
| Max Town | 20℃ 68°F | 13℃ 56°F | 14℃ 57°F | 17℃ 62°F | 15℃ 60°F | 14℃ 57°F | 5℃ 41°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 9℃ 47°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | 6℃ 42°F | 2℃ 35°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 Serre Chevalier
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 28cm 11in | 40cm 16in | |||||||
| Grande Galaxie | 11cm 4in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Villeneuve | 10cm 4in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 9cm 3in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Monêtier les Bains | 8cm 3in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 9cm 3in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Valloire | 3cm 1in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Clavière | 6cm 3in | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Serre Chevalier enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 120 cm during peak season. Snowfall typically occurs from December to April, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow conditions.
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.