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Montgenèvre ski resort
Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Montgenèvre

Europe

Montgenèvre

Closed for the season

Season ended April 19, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 19

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Powder Days

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2026–27 season

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:04 AM•Weather at base: 1860m

Overview

Montgenèvre is a ski resort in Europe, France, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

Montgenèvre is a ski resort located in the French Alps near the Italian border, offering access to over 400 kilometers of slopes as part of the expansive Via Lattea ski area. The resort features a blend of traditional alpine charm and modern amenities, including a variety of slopes for all levels, snow parks, and dedicated family zones. Montgenèvre is known for its reliable snow conditions, sunny climate, and direct ski-in/ski-out access from the village, making it a popular choice for both families and experienced skiers seeking a diverse alpine experience.

Resort Info

Summit2799m
Base1860m
Vertical939m
Lifts24
Runs80
Skiable Area988.4 acres
Average snowfall115 inches / 292 cm
CountryFrance
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Season dates

Season endedApril 19, 2026
Projected openingNovember 28, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

No ski pass found

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

Top Après Ski

Le Graal – A popular après-ski bar in Montgenèvre, Le Graal is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, live music, and themed parties, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC

Base

1860m

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12.9°C

Wind

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Montgenèvre El Niño rank & forecast

Montgenèvre ranks #53 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +11% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#53 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +11% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Montgenèvre averaged +11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Montgenèvre sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -11%, '15-16 +4%, '23-24 +42%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −11%'15-16 +4%'23-24 +42%

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

Montgenèvre Webcams

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Resort Webcam

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Resort Webcam

3 webcams • Click to expand

Local Reports

0 reports
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 Montgenèvre (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, 10:04 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
10 / 38.1mm
Sat, Aug 29
14 / 0
Sun, Aug 30
16 / 1
Mon, Aug 31
14 / 21.2mm
Tue, Sep 1
15 / 13mm
Wed, Sep 2
12 / 23mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)4.82.11.200000000.90.300.62.40.30.62.1
Temp (°C)69731345156613651444115
Wind (km/h)514641052103411331034115
Gusts (km/h)546743243729143823244226225138273331

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2799m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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29

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30

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12 km/h

Mon

31

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13.5°

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13 km/h

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14.9°

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12 km/h

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11.8°

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14 km/h

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18.8°

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18.2°

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13 km/h

Summit elevation (2799m) • 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, 10:04 AM UTC

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Off-season · 289cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 342cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~254.3 cm. That's 12% below the 5-year average (289 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 26% below the 30-year average (342 cm).

Montgenèvre Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 421cm with an average of 112 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
November77cm16 days33cm62cm19.7cm
December64.1cm16 days77cm100cm16.2cm
January56.5cm15 days103cm124cm14.6cm
February46cm13 days121cm142cm12.8cm
March53.5cm15 days131cm151cm13cm
April52.4cm15 days111cm141cm14cm
May35.4cm11 days51cm97cm11.2cm

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 Nov 28, 2026

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 Montgenèvre, ERA5 season snowfall median was 394 cm (155 in), about 2% above 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

394 cm

10 El Niño winters · 2% above median

All-season median

385 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10394 cm365 cm – 471 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12381 cm348 cm – 480 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8442 cm367 cm – 507 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 Montgenèvre

Where is Montgenèvre?
Montgenèvre is a ski resort in France.
How high is Montgenèvre?
Montgenèvre runs from a base elevation of 1,860 m (6,102 ft) to a summit of 2,799 m (9,183 ft), giving a vertical drop of 939 m (3,081 ft).
How big is Montgenèvre?
Montgenèvre has 988 acres (400 hectares) of skiable terrain, 80 marked runs and 24 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Montgenèvre?
Montgenèvre 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 Montgenèvre?
Montgenèvre typically operates from November 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 Montgenèvre get in a typical season?
Montgenèvre averages 115 inches / 292 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Montgenèvre in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #53 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +11% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Montgenèvre averaged +11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Montgenèvre sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -11%, '15-16 +4%, '23-24 +42%. A pattern, not a promise.