Courmayeur snow report
Courmayeur
Courmayeur is a charming ski resort nestled in the Italian Alps that boasts a wide range of slopes for all levels of skiers. The resort is particularly known for its challenging black runs like the Val Veny and the Youla. An interesting fact about Courmayeur is that it is located at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe. For beginners, a great suggestion is to try the Pré-Saint-Didier ski area, which has gentle slopes and stunning views. After a day on the slopes, head to the Bar Roma for some fantastic apres ski drinks and entertainment. Overall, Courmayeur is a must-visit destination for ski enthusiasts looking for challenging terrain, breathtaking views, and Italian charm.
Terrain mix: The Courmayeur ski resort is located in the Aosta Valley region of Italy, at the foot of the Mont Blanc massif. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Courmayeur include:
1. Mont Blanc: Courmayeur is situated at the base of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe. The stunning views of Mont Blanc can be seen from many points around the resort.
2. Dente del Gigante (Giant's Tooth): This iconic peak is part of the Mont Blanc massif and can be seen from Courmayeur. It is a popular destination for climbers and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
3. Punta Helbronner: This peak offers breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif and is accessible via the Skyway Monte Bianco cable car, which connects Courmayeur to Chamonix in France.
4. Rutor Glacier: Courmayeur is also surrounded by several glaciers, including the Rutor Glacier, which adds to the picturesque alpine scenery of the area.
Overall, Courmayeur offers a unique mountain experience with spectacular views of some of the most famous peaks in the Alps.
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 Courmayeur -- 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 Courmayeur in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Courmayeur reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Courmayeur
Where does the snow data for Courmayeur 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 Courmayeur?
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 Courmayeur?
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 Courmayeur.