Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 13 May 2026 08:45 BST
Snow Forecast for Sixt Fer à Cheval
Snow and Weather from 13 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Sixt Fer à Cheval Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sixt Fer à Cheval?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Sixt Fer à Cheval
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
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Snow Line
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Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, light drizzle later.
Forecast times for Sixt Fer à Cheval are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 2℃ 36°F
| -2℃ 29°F
 +14cm +5in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +3cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+5cm +2in
| 1℃ 35°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| 1,483m 4,864ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+10cm +4in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm +1in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 13℃ 56°F
|
| 765m 2,510ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 19℃ 66°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,734m 5,689ft | varying 1,811m 5,942ft | varying 1,688m 5,538ft | varying 1,765m 5,791ft | |||
| Max Town | 14℃ 57°F | 8℃ 47°F | 8℃ 45°F | 8℃ 46°F | 13℃ 55°F | 15℃ 58°F | 19℃ 66°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 38°F | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 38°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 34°F | 5℃ 40°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 Sixt Fer à Cheval
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avoriaz | 23cm 9in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Morillon | 20cm 8in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 20cm 8in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 18cm 7in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 17cm 7in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Grand Massif | 18cm 7in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Morzine | 18cm 7in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Flaine | 17cm 7in | 20cm 8in |
Snow Reliability
Sixt Fer à Cheval typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the most current snow reports, be sure to check J2Ski for updates.
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.