Snow Report 16th February 2026

Imprint: By Nye Erskine, Updated 31 May 2026

Courchevel is in fine mid February form, with the tree lined slopes above 1550 and 1650 holding a good winter feel and the higher bowls towards Saulire and the Vizelle looking properly alpine. The village is lively with school holiday visitors, yet the sheer scale of the Three Valleys means there is always space to find your own rhythm on the mountain. The season has built steadily and right now conditions feel settled and dependable across all levels.

Snow and Weather Summary

Snow depths currently sit at around 110 cm at resort level in Courchevel 1850, with between 190 and 230 cm on the upper slopes around 2700 metres. There has been a light refresh of roughly 5 to 8 cm over the past few days, just enough to brighten the surface without significantly changing the base. The underlying snowpack remains solid following earlier February snowfall.

Daytime temperatures have been ranging from minus 8 to minus 4 degrees at altitude and around minus 3 to plus 1 degree in the villages, depending on sun exposure. The freezing level has generally hovered between 1400 and 1700 metres, dropping lower overnight. Winds have been light to moderate, with occasional gusts on exposed ridges but no widespread disruption.

On piste, conditions are very good overall. Higher north facing runs towards La Tania and the Vizelle side are holding a firm, grippy surface through most of the day. South facing slopes towards Courchevel Moriond soften slightly by mid afternoon but remain well covered. Lower runs back to the villages are skiing reliably, though busier sections can become polished later in the day. Coverage is consistent across the linked terrain into Méribel and Val Thorens, making for confident long distance cruising.

Outlook & What’s On

The outlook suggests continued cold conditions with a chance of light snowfall later in the week, particularly above 2000 metres. If this arrives it will freshen up the upper mountain and help maintain surface quality during the busy holiday period. Freezing levels are expected to remain relatively low, which is good news for snow preservation on the lower slopes.

Courchevel’s events calendar remains active, with guided ski experiences, family activities and regular live music across the different villages. There are also scheduled evening entertainments and torchlit descents taking place during the holiday period, adding to the atmosphere once lifts close for the day.

Weather outlook as of: 16 February 2026. As I am sure you are aware, accurately forecasting weather more than two or three days ahead in the mountains is notoriously tricky. If there is a significant change we will update this section before the next full weekly snow report.

Snow Takeaway

Courchevel is offering strong and consistent conditions across all levels, with the best snow quality found above 2000 metres on the Saulire and Vizelle sectors. Early starts will reward you with firm, well prepared pistes, and the depth of cover across the Three Valleys means there is plenty of variety to explore over the coming days.

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Courchevel. We will be updating this snow report page every Wednesday so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.

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Ski Hire in Courchevel

White Storm 1650

Location
Courchevel 1650

Specialising in ski and snowboard hire in Courchevel 1650, they offer high-quality rental equipment.
Six Senses

Location
Courchevel 1850

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Courchevel? Just visit the Skiset Six Senses store!
Home delivery & fitting service

Location
Meribel

Rent your equipment the easy way! This company delivers and fits your skis or snowboards at your accommodation, so there’s no need to traipse to the shop after a long journey.
Carré Blanc

Location
Courchevel 1550

Snowboard and ski rental close to Renouveau, Les Sapineaux, Le Hameau de La Chapelle Residences. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Ski Plus La Residence

Location
Courchevel 1650

No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day.
Ski Higher Mobile Delivery Service

Location
La Tania

Skip the queues and heavy lifting with this delivery service. Their mobile team brings high-quality skis and snowboards straight to your chalet, fitted with expert care and friendly service, and all at a highly competitive price.

Ski Schools in Courchevel

Group ski lessons

This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
Private ski lessons

Backed by more than 30 years of excellence teaching across the French Alps, their mission is to transform your time on snow into something unforgettable.
Private ski lessons

This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Group ski lessons

Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Courchevel and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
Private ski lessons

Parallel Lines is Meribel’s biggest British Ski and Snowboard School, offering private lessons in La Tania and Courchevel tailor-made to focus on developing your skiing/snowboarding technique.
Private ski lessons

Run by an Anglo-French team since 2001, this ski school knows the Three Valleys inside out. Their highly qualified, multilingual instructors specialise in tailor-made lessons designed to suit every skier or snowboarder.

Airport Transfers in Courchevel

Private airport transfers

This company provides private transfers from Geneva Airport to Courchevel, nearby areas, and other resorts across the Alps. With excellent value and top-quality service, they’re an ideal choice for your next trip.
Shared bus airport transfers

A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
Private airport transfers

Enjoy safe, reliable airport transfers to Méribel, Courchevel, and the wider Three Valleys, taking the stress out of your journey to the mountains. This service isn’t a call centre or a fleet - it’s a network of independent, owner-operated drivers who live and work in the Alps year-round, bringing decades of local knowledge and experience to every trip.
Private and shared airport transfers

This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Courchevel. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
Private airport transfers

This company provides private door-to-door airport transfers at competitive prices. With passenger safety and comfort at the forefront of their minds, they are the perfect option.
Private airport transfers

From the airport to the slopes, they handle the rest. Geneva's most trusted private ski transfers.

Winter Things To Do in Courchevel

See our Activity Guide

Helicopter tours

Location
Bourg-Saint-Maurice

A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Heliskiing/boarding

For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
Ice Skating rink

Location
Courchevel 1850

Located in the centre of Courchevel 1850 is the indoor ice skating rink.
Snow shoe walks

Location
Courchevel 1850

Laurence is a certified mountain leader, who enjoys taking clients away from the busy pistes and spicing up your ski holiday with a guided snowshoeing trip.
Bureau des Guides winter and summer activities

Location
Courchevel 1850

Head out into the mountains with experienced guides in either summer or winter for some amazing experiences.