Les Houches Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 02 June 2026 20:46 BST
Snow Forecast for Les Houches
Snow and Weather from 3 June.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Les Houches Snow Forecast Highlights
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Forecast for today in Les Houches
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 10℃ 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 49°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
03
Snow unlikely
Drizzle, light drizzle, clear spells later.
Forecast times for Les Houches are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Wed 03 | Thu 04 | Fri 05 | Sat 06 | Sun 07 | Mon 08 | Tue 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,900m 6,234ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 49°F
 | 12℃ 54°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 16℃ 61°F
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| 1,425m 4,675ft | 18℃ 64°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 20℃ 68°F
| 21℃ 70°F
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| 950m 3,117ft | 21℃ 69°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 20℃ 69°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 23℃ 73°F
| 24℃ 75°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 21℃ 69°F | 19℃ 66°F | 20℃ 69°F | 16℃ 61°F | 21℃ 70°F | 23℃ 73°F | 24℃ 75°F |
| Min Town | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 49°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 44°F | 4℃ 39°F | 10℃ 50°F | 9℃ 49°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.
Snow Forecast near Les Houches
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 41cm 16in | 51cm 20in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 25cm 10in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Argentière | 16cm 6in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 11cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 12cm 5in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 12cm 5in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Flaine | 10cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Megève | 11cm 4in | 11cm 4in |
Snow Reliability
Les Houches typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Houches
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Houches, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Houches, 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 Les Houches 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 Les Houches 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 Les Houches 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.