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Passy Plaine Joux Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Passy Plaine Joux Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 20:42 BST

Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Passy Plaine Joux Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Passy Plaine Joux?

Passy Plaine Joux Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,540m)
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There is no snow currently in the forecast for Passy Plaine Joux.
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Forecast for today in Passy Plaine Joux

Max 9℃ 47°F
Min -1℃ 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
18

Snow unlikely

CloudLt DrizzleLt DrizzleFair

Cloudy, light drizzle, fair later.

Forecast times for Passy Plaine Joux are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Passy Plaine Joux 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Wind
1,740m 5,709ft
6℃ 43°F
Lt Drizzle
8℃ 46°F
Cloud
10℃ 49°F
Lt Drizzle
14℃ 57°F
Mixed
16℃ 61°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Fair
17℃ 62°F
Clear
1,540m 5,052ft
8℃ 46°F
Lt Drizzle
9℃ 49°F
Cloud
13℃ 55°F
Lt Drizzle
18℃ 65°F
Cloud
21℃ 69°F
Clear
22℃ 71°F
Fair
22℃ 72°F
Fair
1,340m 4,396ft
9℃ 47°F
Lt Drizzle
10℃ 50°F
Cloud
14℃ 56°F
Lt Drizzle
19℃ 66°F
Cloud
22℃ 71°F
Clear
23℃ 73°F
Fair
23℃ 73°F
Fair
Snow Line
Max Town 9℃ 47°F 10℃ 50°F 14℃ 56°F 19℃ 66°F 22℃ 71°F 23℃ 73°F 23℃ 73°F
Min Town -1℃ 31°F -6℃ 21°F 4℃ 39°F 1℃ 34°F 5℃ 41°F 4℃ 38°F 5℃ 42°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 Passy Plaine Joux

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Passy Plaine Joux
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Ski Pass Mont Blanc 5cm 2in 5cm 2in
Chamonix 7cm 3in 10cm 4in
Argentière 5cm 2in 5cm 2in
Les Carroz 5cm 2in 5cm 2in
Flaine 3cm 1in 3cm 1in
La Clusaz 3cm 1in 3cm 1in
Morzine 5cm 2in 5cm 2in
La Rosière 2cm 1in 2cm 1in

Snow Reliability

Passy Plaine Joux typically enjoys a reliable snow cover with depths averaging around 70 cm throughout the season. For precise snow conditions and forecasts, check the latest updates on J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Passy Plaine Joux

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