Weather in Courchevel

About Courchevel

Courchevel is French Alpine luxury where ski runs descend 2,000 metres through forests and meadows. The resort cascades down the mountainside in a series of purpose-built villages. Winter brings Michelin-starred dining and champagne bars; summer brings hiking and mountain biking.

Country

France

Best months to visit

Year-round

Currency

EUR

Language

French

Things to do in Courchevel

Ski the steep black runs or gentle blue slopes Summer mountain biking on prepared trails Hike to mountain lake viewpoints Fine dine at Michelin-starred restaurants Attend summer concerts and festivals Mountain bike the Trois Vallées circuit

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

-2C

Cold, with some rainy days.

February

Cold, with some rainy days.

March

Cold, with some rainy days.

April

Cold, with some rainy days.

May

Cold, with regular rainfall.

June

16C

Cool, with regular rainfall.

July

18C

Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.

August

18C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

September

14C

Cool, with some rainy days.

October

10C

Cool, with some rainy days.

November

Cold, with some rainy days.

December

Cold, with some rainy days.

Courchevel is the glitziest address in the Three Valleys, the world's largest linked ski area, with Michelin-starred restaurants, fur-trimmed apres-ski and an altiport where private jets land directly above the slopes. Beneath the glamour, though, sits genuinely excellent skiing across a huge range of terrain, from gentle blues for beginners to the legendary Saulire and La Vizelle off-piste descents for experts.

Best areas to stay in Courchevel

Courchevel 1850

The resort's most exclusive village, with luxury hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants and direct access to the altiport.

Courchevel 1650 & 1550

More affordable villages lower down the mountain, still with direct access to the Three Valleys lift network.

Le Praz (Courchevel 1300)

A quieter, more traditional Savoyard village at the base, home to the Olympic ski jump from the 1992 Games.

Three Valleys Ski Area

The vast linked ski area connecting Courchevel to Meribel, Val Thorens and beyond.

Getting to Courchevel

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Flights

Chambery, Geneva and Lyon airports all serve Courchevel, with transfers ranging from about 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

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From London

~2 hours by air from London to Chambery or Geneva, plus a 1.5-2.5 hour transfer.

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Getting around

A free ski bus connects the different Courchevel villages; within the resort, lifts provide most transport once on the slopes.

Frequently asked questions

Is Courchevel only for luxury travellers?

While Courchevel 1850 is famously upmarket, the lower villages (Courchevel 1550, 1650 and Le Praz) offer more affordable accommodation while still giving access to the same Three Valleys ski area.

What is the Three Valleys ski area?

The world's largest linked ski area, connecting Courchevel, Meribel, Val Thorens and other resorts via lifts, giving access to over 600km of pistes on a single lift pass.

When is the best time to ski Courchevel?

The season generally runs December to April, with January and February offering the most reliable snow; March often combines good snow with longer, warmer days.

Is Courchevel suitable for beginners?

Yes — despite its glamorous reputation, Courchevel has extensive beginner and intermediate terrain, particularly around Courchevel 1850 and 1650, alongside the more challenging runs.

How do I get to Courchevel?

Geneva, Chambery and Lyon airports all serve the resort, with Chambery being the closest at around 1.5-2 hours by transfer; Courchevel also has its own small altiport for private flights.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

The sheer scale of the Three Valleys is hard to grasp until you're up there — skied to Meribel and back in a day without repeating a run. Courchevel 1850's restaurants are pricey but excellent.

Henri V. · February 2024

★★★★☆

Stayed in 1650 to save money and still had full access to the same lift network as 1850 — would happily do that again. Snow conditions were excellent in late January.

Sophie R. · January 2023

★★★★★

Le Praz was a lovely, quieter base with easy access up to the main ski area. The off-piste around La Vizelle was some of the best skiing I've had in the Alps.

Marcus T. · March 2024