Le Châble Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Le Châble
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This is the Snow Forecast for Le Châble, Switzerland for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 19:38 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 62cm 25in |
| Next 7 Days | 68cm 27in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Le Châble.
Forecast for today in Le Châble
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 20cm up to 8in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,249m 7,379ft to 1,119m 3,671ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 07:38 BST
Powder Possible :- 58cm 23in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Le Châble over the next 2 days.
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Argentière ( 24km 15 miles from Le Châble) is reporting "Soft Snow(High), Spring Snow(Low)".
Le Châble Snow Report
Snow report from Argentière ( 24km 15 miles from Le Châble)
| Upper Snow Depths | 215cm 85in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow High Spring Snow Low |
| Last Snow | 40cm 16in of Snow - 15 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Argentière was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Le Châble 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | -4℃ 25°F
 +20cm +8in
| -9℃ 17°F
 +43cm +17in
| -1℃ 29°F
| -1℃ 30°F
| -2℃ 29°F
 +4cm +2in
| -4℃ 24°F
| -5℃ 23°F
+2cm +1in
|
| S F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | |||||
| 2,090m 6,857ft | 4℃ 39°F
 +11cm +4in
| -2℃ 29°F
+47cm +18in
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 5℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 40°F
|
| 850m 2,789ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+10cm +4in
| 12℃ 54°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 16℃ 61°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,249m 7,379ft | varying 1,329m 4,360ft | varying 2,329m 7,641ft | varying 2,369m 7,772ft | |||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 3℃ 37°F | 12℃ 54°F | 16℃ 60°F | 18℃ 64°F | 15℃ 60°F | 16℃ 61°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 37°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 44°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.
Le Châble 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 13℃ 55°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 20cm up to 8in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,249m 7,379ft to 1,119m 3,671ft , with rain below.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
10cm to 43cm 4in to 17in New Snow
Snow, snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,329m 4,360ft to resort level.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,329m 7,641ft to 1,989m 6,526ft , with rain below.
Max 15℃ 60°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,369m 7,772ft to 2,299m 7,543ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Le Châble, Switzerland 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 Le Châble, 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.
Le Châble Snow Forecast updated at 19:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Le Châble
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 76cm 30in | 86cm 34in | |||||||
| Argentière | 77cm 30in | 82cm 32in | |||||||
| Verbier | 64cm 25in | 68cm 27in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 62cm 24in | 62cm 24in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 55cm 22in | 58cm 23in | |||||||
| Avoriaz | 54cm 21in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Châtel | 47cm 19in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Morzine | 43cm 17in | 46cm 18in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Châble
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Châble, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Châble, 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 Le Châble 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 Le Châble 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 Le Châble 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.