Snow Report 9th Feb 2023

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 10 June 2026

Right, it’s time to get those snow dancing shoes out again and get dancing! We’ve enjoyed a mainly sunny week with clear blue skies and very cold nights. Thankfully the easterly winds have passed and we'll be experiencing higher temperatures in the coming days. We currently have a high pressure weather system in place over central Europe and the week ahead looks like it will continue dry, sunny and fairly cold.

In Courchevel the temperatures will be on the rise, reaching a maximum of 5°C by Tuesday morning with a minimum of 0°C by Sunday afternoon. The freezing level will also increase to around 2850m in the next few days. Regrettably, there is no snow in sight at the moment. However, we are only looking a few days ahead, as there is limited accuracy after that. The snow is in good condition, but the sunshine and wind this week have created some quite hard crusty surfaces in places. The risk of avalanches is slowly reducing due to the combination of sunshine and high-pressure weather. Nevertheless, above the treeline, the risk remains high due to weak layers in old snow and wind slabs, which can be challenging to spot.

We caught up with the guys over at Whitestorm ski rental, who are out on on the pistes now and they tell us "the snow here is holding up well due to the cold overnight temperatures. We are just slightly above freezing during the day but the sun brings a nice source of warmth. Clear blue skies during the day and cold nights are expected to continue well into next week and beyond. Perfect for the Courchevel Méribel 2023 World Championships"

Great shot above from the pistes of Courchevel by Cheval Blanc

Check out the pistes and snow conditions this week in Courchevel on 3 Vallees Tarentaise video below

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School Holiday Time

Gone are the empty pistes and quiet chair lift queues! The School holidays have arrived and with them come throngs of families and childrens ski schools all around the mountains.
To make the most of your time on the slopes, here are a few tips.

To steer clear of the crowds, aim to ski during the off-peak hours of 9-10am, 12-2pm and 4-5pm when the mountain tends to be less busy.
Be mindful of the ski school hotspots, meeting times and places and plan your route accordingly. If you must ski in these areas, try to do so at different times than the ski schools.
Make sure you and your children have sunscreen and sunglasses - you’re in for a sunny week!
Make the most of your half-term week by exploring all the additional activities and exciting fun events available in the resort.
Be sure to catch the torchlight descents and fireworks displays.

See all Events in Courchevel See our Family Holidays Guide

Updates

If you head to the bottom of this page, you can see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams, real time photos from Courchevel. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back in with us to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast each week.

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Enjoy the sunny week ahead, but take care on the pistes as they will be busier.

Ski Hire in Courchevel

White Storm 1850

Location
Courchevel 1850

Specialising in ski and snowboard hire in Courchevel 1850, they offer high-quality rental equipment.
Ski Service Chamois

Location
Courchevel 1850

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Courchevel? Just visit the Skiset Ski Service Chamois store!
L'Atelier Bohème

Location
Courchevel 1550

Their shop welcomes you on rue de Plantret in Courchevel 1850, close to the slopes and the Medical Centre. You can collect your equipment quickly and enjoy a personalised service in an intimate space.
Prends Ta Luge & Tire Toi

Location
Courchevel 1850

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Courchevel? Just visit the NetSki Prends Ta Luge et Tire Toi store!
Ski Higher

Location
La Tania

This ski hire shop in La Tania is located right in the heart of the resort, just over the bridge on the ground floor of the Grand Bois, next to the main piste, allowing easy ski-in ski-out access.
Les Tovets

Location
Courchevel 1550

Snowboard & Ski Hire Close to the Hôtel des Ancolies, Maeva Club Hotel, Lorraine Savoie, La Reserve and Le Rocheray. 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 Schools in Courchevel

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.
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.
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

Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in Courchevel. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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.
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.

Airport Transfers in Courchevel

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.
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

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 and shared airport transfers

Helping holidaymakers enjoy seamless airport transfers since 2008. From prompt and professional drivers, to stylish and well-maintained vehicles. A journey with them is more than just a transfer. Their aim is to ensure all their customers travel in comfort and with confidence.
Private airport transfers

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

The team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.

Winter Things To Do in Courchevel

See our Activity Guide

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.
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.
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.
Ice Skating rink

Location
Courchevel 1850

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