Weather & Snow Report
The resort's north-facing aspect and 1,850 m base mean some of the most reliable snow conditions in the Alps — long, cold and high.
The season, month by month
December
-7 °C / 0 °C · 80 cm avg
Opening month. Snow guns fill any gaps; by Christmas the upper mountain is usually 100% open.
January
-9 °C / -2 °C · 140 cm avg
The coldest month and statistically the best snow quality. Short days, empty pistes outside the first week.
February
-8 °C / 0 °C · 170 cm avg
Peak season. Deepest snowpack of the year. Half-term crowds mean booking instructors 6+ weeks ahead.
March
-5 °C / 4 °C · 180 cm avg
The connoisseur's month: deep base, long sunny afternoons, quieter pistes between school holidays.
April
-2 °C / 8 °C · 130 cm avg
Spring skiing. Lifts close mid-April. The Verdons and Saulire sectors hold snow longest.
Frequently asked
Where can I check the official snow report?
The S3V lift company publishes the official daily report by 7:30 AM. Every hotel concierge posts a printed copy and most have it on their TV channel.
How reliable is snow in Courchevel 1850?
Extremely. The 1,850 m base, north exposure and 850+ snow cannons mean the resort opens on the first Saturday of December every year and stays open until mid-April.