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Grand Massif Snow Forecast - 12th May 2026

Grand Massif Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 12 May 2026 01:49 BST

Snow Forecast for Grand Massif

Snow and Weather from 12 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Grand Massif Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Grand Massif?

Grand Massif Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,600m)
Next Snow Expected14 May
Next Snow Amount 7cm 3in
Next 48 Hours 7cm 3in
Next 7 Days 11cm 4in
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Forecast for today in Grand Massif

Max 13℃ 54°F
Min 6℃ 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Tue
12

up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow

Lt DrizzleLt DrizzleCloudCloud

Light drizzle early, then cloudy later.

Snow Line from 2,177m 7,142ft to 1,315m 4,314ft , with rain below.

Forecast times for Grand Massif are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Grand Massif from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Tue
12
Wed
13
Thu
14
Fri
15
Sat
16
Sun
17
Mon
18
Wind
2,500m 8,202ft
-1℃ 30°F
Light Snow
+6cm +2in
0℃ 32°F
Mixed
+1cm
-5℃ 23°F
Snow
+19cm +8in
-2℃ 28°F
Hvy Snow
+11cm +4in
-3℃ 27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+10cm +4in
1℃ 34°F
Fair
0℃ 32°F
Mixed
1,600m 5,249ft
7℃ 44°F
Light Snow
+1cm
8℃ 47°F
Fair
3℃ 37°F
Snow
+7cm +3in
3℃ 38°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
5℃ 41°F
Light Snow
+3cm +1in
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
9℃ 49°F
Mixed
700m 2,297ft
13℃ 54°F
Lt Drizzle
14℃ 58°F
Fair
9℃ 48°F
Mixed
9℃ 48°F
Mixed
11℃ 51°F
Light Snow
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
15℃ 60°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 2,177m 7,142ft
to 1,315m 4,314ft

varying 1,823m 5,981ft
to 1,592m 5,223ft

varying 1,808m 5,932ft
to 1,008m 3,307ft

varying 1,854m 6,083ft
to 1,023m 3,356ft

varying 2,100m 6,890ft
to 915m 3,002ft

Max Town 13℃ 54°F 14℃ 58°F 9℃ 48°F 9℃ 48°F 11℃ 51°F 15℃ 59°F 15℃ 60°F
Min Town 6℃ 42°F 5℃ 42°F 4℃ 38°F 4℃ 38°F 3℃ 37°F 1℃ 34°F 3℃ 37°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.

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Snow Forecast near Grand Massif

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Grand Massif
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayTuWeThFrSaSuMo
Morzine 26cm 10in 47cm 19in
Morillon 26cm 10in 46cm 18in
Les Gets 24cm 9in 43cm 17in
Samoëns 19cm 8in 38cm 15in
Avoriaz 21cm 8in 37cm 15in
Chamonix 20cm 8in 37cm 15in
Sixt Fer à Cheval 19cm 7in 37cm 15in
Flaine 19cm 7in 36cm 14in

Snow Reliability

Grand Massif typically enjoys a reliable snow depth, with consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Grand Massif

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Grand Massif, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Grand Massif, 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 Grand Massif 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 Grand Massif 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 Grand Massif 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.