Le Semnoz Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 00:41 GMT
Snow Forecast for Le Semnoz
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Le Semnoz Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Le Semnoz?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm 9in |
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Forecast for today in Le Semnoz
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 8℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Le Semnoz are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,704m 5,591ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 +8cm +3in
| 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
 +3cm +1in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +9cm +4in
| -6℃ 22°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 1,577m 5,174ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+7cm +3in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 42°F
+2cm +1in
| -5℃ 24°F
+9cm +4in
| -5℃ 23°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 1,450m 4,757ft | 8℃ 45°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+7cm +3in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 44°F
+2cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
+9cm +4in
| -4℃ 25°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 1,450m 4,757ft | 1,450m 4,757ft | 1,450m 4,757ft | 1,450m 4,757ft | |||
| Max Town | 8℃ 45°F | 1℃ 34°F | 6℃ 43°F | 8℃ 46°F | 6℃ 44°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 25°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 27°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 25°F | -5℃ 22°F | -7℃ 20°F | -7℃ 19°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 Le Semnoz
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annecy Mountains | 4cm 1in | 80cm 32in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 7cm 3in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Les Saisies | 7cm 3in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Praz sur Arly | 7cm 3in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Espace Diamant | 7cm 3in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 2cm 1in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Le Grand Bornand | 2cm 1in | 26cm 10in |
Snow Reliability
Le Semnoz typically enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Semnoz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Semnoz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Semnoz, 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 Le Semnoz 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 Le Semnoz 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 Le Semnoz 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.