Briançon Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Briançon
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This is the Snow Forecast for Briançon, France for 16 days from 10 May.
Updated 10 May 2025 01:33 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Briançon.
Forecast for today in Briançon
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, rain showers later.
Briançon has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Briançon Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Briançon 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,540m 8,333ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
| 8℃ 46°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
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| 1,854m 6,081ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 12℃ 53°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 13℃ 55°F
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| 1,167m 3,829ft | 17℃ 62°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 16℃ 62°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 17℃ 62°F | 16℃ 61°F | 13℃ 55°F | 15℃ 59°F | 14℃ 58°F | 16℃ 60°F | 16℃ 62°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 42°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 45°F | 7℃ 44°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.
Briançon 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 17℃ 62°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, rain showers later.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, cloudy then light rain showers, fog later.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
14
Snow unlikely
Fair, thunderstorms, clear spells later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 16℃ 62°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then light rain, clear spells later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Briançon, 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 Briançon, 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.
Briançon Snow Forecast updated at 01:33 BST, next update expected 07:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Briançon
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villeneuve | 6cm 3in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 2cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Sestrière | 3cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 1cm 1in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | 3cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Monêtier les Bains | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Chantemerle | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Briançon
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Briançon, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Briançon, 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 Briançon 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 Briançon 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 Briançon 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.