Chamonix Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Chamonix
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This is the Snow Forecast for Chamonix, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 19:37 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 14cm 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 59cm 23in |
| Next 7 Days | 68cm 27in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Chamonix.
Forecast for today in Chamonix
Max 16℃ 62°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, rain showers later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 22:35 BST
Powder Possible :- 54cm 21in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Chamonix over the next 2 days.
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Chamonix is reporting "Wet(High), Spring Snow(Low)".
Chamonix Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 180cm 71in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Wet High Spring Snow Low |
| Last Snow | 3cm 1in of Snow - 15 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Chamonix was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Chamonix 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||
| 3,840m 12,598ft | -1℃ 29°F
| -7℃ 19°F
 +23cm +9in
| -14℃ 6°F
 +36cm +14in
| -8℃ 17°F
 | -6℃ 20°F
| -7℃ 20°F
+7cm +3in
| -6℃ 22°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||||
| 2,435m 7,989ft | 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+14cm +6in
| -1℃ 29°F
+40cm +16in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| 1,030m 3,379ft | 16℃ 62°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 11℃ 52°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,539m 8,330ft | varying 2,539m 8,330ft | varying 1,439m 4,721ft | varying 1,359m 4,459ft | varying 2,339m 7,674ft | ||
| Max Town | 16℃ 62°F | 10℃ 50°F | 4℃ 39°F | 11℃ 52°F | 15℃ 59°F | 14℃ 58°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 9℃ 48°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 36°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 44°F | 6℃ 42°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Chamonix Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 16℃ 62°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, rain showers later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 23cm up to 9in New Snow
Light rain first, light rain showers then light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,539m 8,330ft to 1,409m 4,623ft , with rain below.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 36cm up to 14in New Snow
Snow at altitude early, then snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 1,439m 4,721ft to 1,149m 3,770ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, fair then light rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,339m 7,674ft to 1,869m 6,132ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Chamonix, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Chamonix, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Chamonix Snow Forecast updated at 19:37 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Chamonix
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 77cm 30in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Argentière | 68cm 27in | 85cm 34in | |||||||
| Chamonix Sud | 68cm 27in | 77cm 30in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 59cm 23in | 65cm 26in | |||||||
| Sainte-Foy Tarentaise | 58cm 23in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| La Flégère | 60cm 24in | 64cm 25in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 56cm 22in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Flaine | 51cm 20in | 54cm 21in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chamonix
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chamonix, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chamonix, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Chamonix is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Chamonix will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Chamonix for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.