📷 Serre Chevalier
Europe
Serre Chevalier
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:05 AM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
Jun 4
Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
11
2026–27 season
Bluebird Days
2
2026–27 season
Overview
Serre Chevalier is a ski resort in Europe, France, currently closed for the season (Projected to open December 7, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 07:05 UTC.
Resort Guide
Serre Chevalier is a major ski resort located in the French Alps, stretching across several villages from Briançon to Le Monêtier-les-Bains. The resort offers 250 kilometers of ski slopes, a variety of terrain for all levels, and a blend of alpine charm with modern amenities. Signature experiences include extensive tree-lined runs, high-altitude skiing, and natural hot springs, while the resort’s atmosphere combines authentic mountain village life with a vibrant après-ski scene. Key amenities include a large lift network, family-friendly facilities, and a range of accommodation and dining options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Serre Chevalier
Lifts
68
Skiable area
1526.6 ac
Longest run
9 km / 5.6 mi
Runs by difficulty(82 total)
Beginner
45
55% of terrain
Intermediate
26
32% of terrain
Advanced
11
13% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola7
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed 619
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair7
- Triple chair1
- Surface lift60
Resort Info
Season dates
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
La Grotte – A renowned après-ski bar located at the base of the slopes in Villeneuve, La Grotte is celebrated for its energetic atmosphere, live music, themed parties, and spacious sun terrace, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the mountain.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 7:05 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
The Alps region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 07:05 AM UTC
Base
1200m
Temp
22.4°C
Wind
1.5km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Mid-Mountain
2015m
Temp
17.2°C
Wind
6.3km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Summit
2830m
Temp
11.8°C
Wind
1.5km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 Serre Chevalier (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 Jul 14, 7:05 AM
Today 18 / 70.3mm | Wed, Jul 15 15 / 67.2mm | Thu, Jul 16 16 / 42.1mm | Fri, Jul 17 14 / 44.2mm | Sat, Jul 18 12 / 4 | Sun, Jul 19 13 / 3 | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 3 | 3.9 | 0 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 11 | 17 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 9 | 10 | 15 | 8 | 9 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 6 | 7 | 12 | 5 |
| Wind (km/h) | 1 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 8 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 14 | 31 | 21 | 27 | 47 | 33 | 29 | 46 | 34 | 27 | 57 | 40 | 27 | 32 | 36 | 43 | 50 | 47 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2830m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
18.1°
6.8°
12 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
15.4°
6.3°
13 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
16.1°
4°
15 km/h
Fri
17
🌧️
14.1°
4.1°
14 km/h
Sat
18
⛅
11.8°
3.8°
14 km/h
Sun
19
🌤️
13°
2.6°
14 km/h
Mon
20
⛅
13.5°
1.4°
11 km/h
Tue
21
🌤️
13.5°
1.9°
12 km/h
Wed
22
☀️
15.3°
2.7°
11 km/h
Thu
23
🌤️
19.3°
4.4°
13 km/h
Summit elevation (2830m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:05 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 377cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 377cm full-season avg
377cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has remained slightly below the 30-year average, indicating relative stability with minor fluctuations. The most recent season recorded 361.2 cm, which is 6% above the 5-year average and 5% above the 30-year average, suggesting a modest uptick. Notably, the 2023 season was an outlier with 495.9 cm, significantly exceeding both short- and long-term averages, while 2021 and 2020 saw below-average snowfall. Overall, recent data points to stable snowfall with occasional significant anomalies.
Serre Chevalier Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 495cm with an average of 121 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 84.5cm | 16 days | 35cm | 66cm | 20.6cm |
| December | 81.5cm | 17 days | 83cm | 110cm | 20.3cm |
| January | 74cm | 16 days | 114cm | 137cm | 17cm |
| February | 58.1cm | 14 days | 133cm | 154cm | 15.5cm |
| March | 65cm | 16 days | 143cm | 162cm | 15.6cm |
| April | 57.1cm | 15 days | 127cm | 154cm | 14.3cm |
| May | 34.5cm | 12 days | 71cm | 118cm | 10.9cm |
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 7, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
