Champoluc - Frachey snow report
Champoluc - Frachey
Champoluc-Frachey ski resort is located in the northwest of Italy and offers over 180km of trails for skiers of all levels. The resort is known for its long cruising runs, challenging off-piste terrain, and stunning panoramic views of the Alps. An interesting fact about the resort is that it was once a hidden gem, frequented mainly by locals, but has gained popularity in recent years due to its well-groomed trails and extensive lift system. For beginners, the resort offers dedicated areas and gentle slopes to learn on, such as the Frachey area. A great spot for après ski is the Rifugio Vieux Crest, which offers traditional Italian cuisine and live music in a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: The Champoluc-Frachey ski resort is located in the Aosta Valley in the Italian Alps. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges and peaks, including:
1. Monte Rosa: One of the highest peaks in the Alps, Monte Rosa dominates the skyline of Champoluc-Frachey. It is known for its glaciers, including the Gorner Glacier, and offers spectacular views from the resort.
2. Matterhorn: This iconic peak is located near Champoluc-Frachey and is one of the most famous mountains in the Alps. It is known for its distinctive pyramid shape and is a popular destination for climbers and skiers.
3. Monte Cervino: Also known as the Matterhorn, Monte Cervino is another prominent peak near the resort. It straddles the border between Switzerland and Italy and offers challenging skiing and mountaineering opportunities.
4. Monte Rosa Massif: This mountain range encompasses several peaks, including Punta Gnifetti and Punta Zumstein. It is a popular destination for backcountry skiing and mountaineering.
Overall, the Champoluc-Frachey ski resort offers stunning views of these majestic mountain ranges and provides a wide variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Champoluc - Frachey -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Champoluc - Frachey in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Champoluc - Frachey reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Champoluc - Frachey
Where does the snow data for Champoluc - Frachey come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Champoluc - Frachey?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Champoluc - Frachey?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Champoluc - Frachey.