📷 Champex-Lac
Europe
Champex-Lac
Projected to open December 19, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 19 — closed April 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
5d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
27cm
7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Champex-Lac is projected to open December 19, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1March77cm avg · last season 36
- #2January93cm avg
- #3February77cm avg · last season 26.1
Best weeks to book
- #1 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 43.1
- #2 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 41.5
- #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 36
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:03 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 19
Projected to open December 19, 2026
7 runs · 4 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:03 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,321m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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About Champex-Lac
Champex-Lac is a ski resort located in the Swiss Alps in the Valais region, offering a tranquil alpine setting with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and lake. The resort features a variety of ski slopes suitable for beginners and intermediates, as well as cross-country trails and snowshoe routes. Key amenities include ski schools, equipment rentals, and a welcoming village atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for families and those seeking a peaceful winter escape. The unique combination of lakeside scenery and mountain activities distinguishes Champex-Lac as a charming and versatile winter destination.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Champex-Lac
- Where is Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac is a ski resort in Switzerland.
- How high is Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac runs from a base elevation of 448 m (1,470 ft) to a summit of 2,194 m (7,198 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,746 m (5,728 ft).
- How big is Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac has 7 marked runs and 4 lifts.
- When is ski season at Champex-Lac?
- Champex-Lac typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Champex-Lac get in a typical season?
- Champex-Lac averages 109 inches / 278 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Champex-Lac in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #157 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Champex-Lac averaged +4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -9%, '15-16 +18%, '23-24 +4%. A pattern, not a promise.
