Risoul snow report
Risoul
Risoul ski resort in Hautes-Alpes boasts over 180km of trails, including 25 black runs for expert skiers. One of the best trails is the Combe du Pelin, which offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. An interesting fact about Risoul is that it was originally founded as a mining town in the 19th century, but has since transformed into a popular ski destination. For beginner skiers, we recommend the gentle slopes of the Les Melezes area. As for après ski, the best bar is La Grotte du Yeti, which offers a lively atmosphere and delicious cocktails.
Terrain mix: Risoul ski resort is located in the French Alps and is surrounded by several mountain ranges and peaks.
1. The Queyras Regional Natural Park: This park is located to the east of Risoul and offers stunning views of rugged mountains and alpine landscapes.
2. Les Ecrins National Park: Located to the south of Risoul, this national park is home to several impressive peaks, including the Barre des Écrins, which is the highest peak in the Massif des Écrins.
3. The Massif des Cerces: This mountain range is located to the west of Risoul and offers a variety of ski terrain for all levels of skiers.
4. The Grand Coyer: This peak is located near Risoul and offers fantastic views of the surrounding area.
Overall, Risoul ski resort is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges and peaks, making it a great destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts.
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 Risoul -- 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 Risoul in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Risoul reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Risoul
Where does the snow data for Risoul 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 Risoul?
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 Risoul?
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 Risoul.