Cordon Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cordon
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This is the Snow Forecast for Cordon, France for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 23:34 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 28cm 11in |
| Next 48 Hours | 31cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 31cm 12in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cordon.
Forecast for today in Cordon
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then light rain, rain later.
Snow Line from 1,239m 4,065ft to 1,189m 3,901ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 02:36 BST
Powder Possible :- 29cm 11in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Cordon over the next 2 days.
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Cordon Snow Report
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 1,600m 5,249ft | 7℃ 45°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
 +29cm +11in
| 6℃ 43°F
 +1cm
| 12℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 11℃ 53°F
|
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+28cm +11in
| 8℃ 46°F
+1cm
| 13℃ 56°F
 | 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 53°F
|
| 1,000m 3,281ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 4℃ 38°F
+16cm +6in
| 11℃ 52°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 56°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,239m 4,065ft | varying 1,299m 4,262ft | varying 1,239m 4,065ft | ||||
| Max Town | 9℃ 48°F | 4℃ 38°F | 11℃ 52°F | 17℃ 62°F | 15℃ 58°F | 13℃ 55°F | 13℃ 56°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 37°F | -1℃ 30°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 42°F | 5℃ 41°F | 7℃ 44°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.
Cordon 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 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then light rain, rain later.
Snow Line from 1,239m 4,065ft to 1,189m 3,901ft , with rain below.
Max 4℃ 38°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
16cm to 29cm 6in to 11in New Snow
Heavy snow, heavy snow showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,299m 4,262ft to resort level.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,239m 4,065ft to 1,039m 3,409ft , with rain below.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then thunderstorms, light rain showers later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Cordon, 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 Cordon, 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.
Cordon Snow Forecast updated at 23:34 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Cordon
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 76cm 30in | 90cm 36in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 69cm 27in | 74cm 29in | |||||||
| Argentière | 62cm 24in | 69cm 27in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 57cm 22in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 56cm 22in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 56cm 22in | 56cm 22in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 49cm 19in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Flaine | 51cm 20in | 53cm 21in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cordon
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cordon, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cordon, 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 Cordon 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 Cordon 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 Cordon 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.