Chamonix Snow Report
Latest snow conditions in Chamonix.
French Alps ( 1,030m to 3,840m 3,379ft to 12,598ft )
Reported 06 May 2025 06:30 BST
| Upper Snow Depths | 240cm 94in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow High |
| Last Snow | 100cm 39in of Snow - 24 April |
| Tourist Office says... | |
| Grands Montets ski area: Open until 4 May 2025 included. EVENT : 4th May : FREERIDEDAY Closing of Grands Montets (10€) The skyway is closed from 22/04/2025 to 29/05/2025 included. | |
| Roads / Access | |
| Clear but wet Roads clear, normal traffic | |
| 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. | |
Where is there snow in Chamonix?
When will it snow in Chamonix?
The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 6 May, with around 25cm 10in forecast over the next 7 days.
Forecast updated : 06 May 2025 07:31 BST
How much snow is there in Chamonix?
The last report received from Chamonix gave snow depths of 240cm 94in on the upper slopes.
When did it last snow in Chamonix?
Our most recent snow report indicates that it last snowed in Chamonix on Thursday 24th April 2025 with 100cm 39in of fresh snow falling.
Snow in the Ski Areas of Chamonix
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day | Depth Hi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix Sud | 15cm 6in | 25cm 10in | ||||||||
| La Flégère | 11cm 4in | 11cm 4in |
Recent Snow in Chamonix
Snow Depths in Chamonix
Upper slope snow depth has declined from 270cm 106in to 240cm 94in over the past week.
Recent Snowfall
Reports from Chamonix indicate that it last snowed :- 100cm 39in on Thursday 24th April.
Snow near Chamonix
| Ski Resort Report | Valley | Depth Hi |
|---|---|---|
| La Clusaz | - | 160cm 63in |
| Morzine | - | 100cm 39in |
| Passy Plaine Joux | 30cm 12in | 100cm 39in |
Chamonix Snow Forecast
| Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to 2,139m 7,018ft | Snow to 1,779m 5,837ft | Snow to 1,849m 6,066ft | Snow to 1,929m 6,329ft | Snow to 2,609m 8,560ft | Snow to 2,679m 8,789ft |
For Forecast detail, see below.
Chamonix has 14cm 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
| Top | Snow Hi | Snow to | Max Town | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue |  | +3cm +1in | varying 2,219m 7,280ft | 11℃ 51°F |
| Wed |  | +9cm +4in | varying 2,069m 6,788ft | 9℃ 48°F |
More Snow Forecast Detail:-
7 Day Snow Forecast
48 Hour Snow Forecast
Off-Piste Safety in Chamonix
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Chamonix, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.