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Chamrousse Ski ski resort
Tier C — ENSO-proof

📷 Chamrousse Ski

Europe

Chamrousse Ski

Off-season

Last season ended April 11, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:02 AM UTC · informational only

Off-season — closed April 11

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Powder Days

11

2026–27 season

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Bluebird Days

1

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:02 AM•Weather at base: 1400m

Overview

Chamrousse Ski is a ski resort in Europe, France, currently closed for the season (Last season ended April 11, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:02 UTC.

Resort Guide

Chamrousse Ski is located in the Belledonne mountain range near Grenoble, France, offering 90 kilometers of ski slopes across varied terrain suitable for all levels. The resort features panoramic views, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a blend of alpine and Nordic skiing, with dedicated snow parks and night skiing options. Key amenities include ski schools, equipment rentals, and a range of après-ski activities, making it a versatile destination for both relaxation and adventure. Chamrousse is notable for its Olympic heritage, having hosted alpine skiing events during the 1968 Winter Olympics.

Resort Info

Summit2250m
Base1400m
Vertical850m
Lifts16
Runs43
Skiable Area865 acres
Average snowfall71 inches / 181 cm
CountryFrance
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Season dates

Last season endedApril 11, 2026
Projected openingDecember 5, 2026

Ski passes

No ski pass found

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Le K-Dox – A popular après-ski bar in Chamrousse, Le K-Dox is renowned for its lively atmosphere, regular live music events, and spacious terrace with panoramic mountain views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

2250mECMWF Model

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:02 AM UTC

Base

1400m

Temp

15.7°C

Wind

5.9km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Chamrousse Ski El Niño rank & forecast

Chamrousse Ski ranks #185 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier C, +2% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier C — ENSO-proof: Strong El Niño winters looked like a normal year here — within about ±3% of this resort’s own 30-year snowfall average. Not a jackpot, not a bust: a hedge if you’re planning around El Niño.

#185 of 488Tier C — ENSO-proof

Strong-event signal: +2% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Chamrousse Ski averaged +2% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. El Niño has historically made little difference here — this is an ENSO-proof mountain, for winter 2026-27 as in past events. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +36%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −14%'15-16 −16%'23-24 +36%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Chamrousse Ski Webcams

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Chamrousse Ski (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 10:02 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
15 / 715.6mm
Sat, Aug 29
12 / 4
Sun, Aug 30
16 / 80.3mm
Mon, Aug 31
16 / 91.5mm
Tue, Sep 1
16 / 77.8mm
Wed, Sep 2
11 / 65.7mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)5.790.900000.3001.5002.15.72.72.10.9
Temp (°C)1110116127101510111511101587117
Wind (km/h)574271262292282233
Gusts (km/h)64514112261292315153621213327193028

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2250m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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15.3°

7.2°

8 km/h

Sat

29

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12.4°

4°

7 km/h

Sun

30

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15.5°

7.5°

7 km/h

Mon

31

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15.5°

9.1°

9 km/h

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16°

7.3°

9 km/h

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11.4°

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4 km/h

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13.1°

3.8°

7 km/h

Fri

4

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17°

6.5°

5 km/h

Sat

5

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19.5°

10.7°

7 km/h

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6

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20.8°

12.5°

13 km/h

Summit elevation (2250m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

No official warning service is mapped for this resort’s country yet (v1 covers the United States, Canada and Switzerland). A bulletin may still be published locally.

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:02 AM UTC

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Off-season · 362cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 348cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~405.4 cm. That's 12% above the 5-year average (362 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 16% above the 30-year average (348 cm).

Chamrousse Ski Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 392cm with an average of 99 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November53.1cm13 days19cm46cm14.6cm
December75.3cm16 days63cm94cm16.8cm
January74.4cm16 days100cm129cm15.7cm
February61.9cm15 days128cm150cm15.1cm
March57.7cm15 days132cm155cm14.9cm
April38.7cm12 days100cm135cm11cm
May14.1cm6 days31cm73cm6.2cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 5, 2026

Through Apr 11, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Chamrousse Ski, ERA5 season snowfall median was 331 cm (130 in), about 8% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

331 cm

10 El Niño winters · 8% below median

All-season median

359 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10331 cm301 cm – 475 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12362 cm345 cm – 432 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8373 cm350 cm – 457 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Chamrousse Ski

Where is Chamrousse Ski?
Chamrousse Ski is a ski resort in France.
How high is Chamrousse Ski?
Chamrousse Ski runs from a base elevation of 1,400 m (4,593 ft) to a summit of 2,250 m (7,382 ft), giving a vertical drop of 850 m (2,789 ft).
How big is Chamrousse Ski?
Chamrousse Ski has 865 acres (350 hectares) of skiable terrain, 43 marked runs and 16 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Chamrousse Ski?
Chamrousse Ski is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Chamrousse Ski?
Chamrousse Ski typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Chamrousse Ski get in a typical season?
Chamrousse Ski averages 71 inches / 181 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Chamrousse Ski in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #185 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier C · strong-event signal +2% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Chamrousse Ski averaged +2% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. El Niño has historically made little difference here — this is an ENSO-proof mountain, for winter 2026-27 as in past events. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +36%. A pattern, not a promise.