Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sixt Fer à Cheval
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This is the Snow Forecast for Sixt Fer à Cheval, France for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 05:33 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sixt Fer à Cheval.
Forecast for today in Sixt Fer à Cheval
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, cloudy, rain showers later.
Sixt Fer à Cheval has 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Report
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Sixt Fer à Cheval 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 0℃ 32°F
 | -1℃ 31°F
 +2cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 36°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 49°F
 | 10℃ 51°F
|
| 1,483m 4,864ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| 765m 2,510ft | 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 17℃ 62°F
 | 19℃ 67°F
| 19℃ 67°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,079m 6,821ft | varying 1,969m 6,460ft | |||||
| Max Town | 10℃ 50°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 49°F | 12℃ 53°F | 17℃ 62°F | 19℃ 67°F | 19℃ 67°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | 6℃ 43°F | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 49°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.
Sixt Fer à Cheval 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 10℃ 50°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,969m 6,460ft to 1,689m 5,541ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers first, cloudy then rain showers, cloudy later.
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
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 19℃ 67°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 19℃ 67°F
Min 10℃ 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 49°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Sixt Fer à Cheval, 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval, 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.
Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Forecast updated at 05:33 BST, next update expected 11:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Sixt Fer à Cheval
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 18cm 7in | 27cm 10in | |||||||
| Grand Massif | 10cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 11cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 9cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Avoriaz | 8cm 3in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 8cm 3in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Flaine | 6cm 2in | 6cm 3in | |||||||
| Megève | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sixt Fer à Cheval
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sixt Fer à Cheval, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sixt Fer à Cheval, 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval 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 Sixt Fer à Cheval 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.