Champex-Lac Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 October 2026 11:47 AEDT
Snow Forecast for Champex-Lac
Snow and Weather from 21 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Champex-Lac Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Champex-Lac?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm |
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Forecast for today in Champex-Lac
Max 8℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
21
up to 5cm New Snow
Light drizzle first, light rain showers then light drizzle, light snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 1,915m to 1,577m, with rain below.
Forecast times for Champex-Lac are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,200m | 4℃
 +5cm
| 3℃
 +1cm
| 3℃
+1cm
| -1℃
+11cm
| 4℃
+2cm
| 7℃
 | 10℃
|
| 1,850m | 6℃
 +2cm
| 5℃
+1cm
| 5℃
+1cm
| 1℃
 +9cm
| 5℃
 +1cm
| 9℃
| 11℃
|
| 1,500m | 8℃
| 9℃
| 11℃
| 2℃
+9cm
| 6℃
+1cm
| 10℃
| 15℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,915m | varying 1,515m | varying 1,869m | varying 1,638m | varying 1,577m | 1,500m | |
| Max Town | 8℃ | 9℃ | 11℃ | 2℃ | 6℃ | 10℃ | 15℃ |
| Min Town | 2℃ | -3℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | -4℃ | 3℃ |
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.
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Snow Forecast near Champex-Lac
How reliable is the snow in Champex-Lac?
Champex-Lac typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during the peak season. Snowfall is frequent, and with the high elevation, visitors can expect excellent skiing conditions; for the latest snow info, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Champex-Lac
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Champex-Lac, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Champex-Lac, 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 Champex-Lac 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 Champex-Lac 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 Champex-Lac 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.