Passy Plaine Joux Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux
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This is the Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux, France for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 01:34 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 37cm 15in |
| Next 7 Days | 37cm 15in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Passy Plaine Joux.
Forecast for today in Passy Plaine Joux
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,569m 5,148ft to 1,439m 4,721ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 03:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 38cm 15in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Passy Plaine Joux over the next 2 days.
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Passy Plaine Joux is reporting "Fresh Snow".
Passy Plaine Joux Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 100cm 39in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 30cm 12in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Passy Plaine Joux was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Passy Plaine Joux 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,740m 5,709ft | 7℃ 44°F
 +7cm +3in
| 0℃ 31°F
 +29cm +11in
| 5℃ 40°F
 +2cm +1in
| 11℃ 51°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| 1,540m 5,052ft | 8℃ 46°F
+7cm +3in
| 1℃ 33°F
+29cm +12in
| 6℃ 42°F
 +2cm +1in
| 11℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| 1,340m 4,396ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+31cm +12in
| 8℃ 45°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,569m 5,148ft | varying 1,419m 4,656ft | 1,419m 4,656ft | ||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 1℃ 33°F | 8℃ 45°F | 13℃ 55°F | 11℃ 53°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 35°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 40°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.
Passy Plaine Joux 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 8℃ 46°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,569m 5,148ft to 1,439m 4,721ft , with rain below.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
29cm to 31cm 11in to 12in New Snow
Heavy snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,419m 4,656ft to resort level.
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow falling to 1,419m 4,656ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 11℃ 53°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux, 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 Passy Plaine Joux, 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.
Passy Plaine Joux Snow Forecast updated at 01:34 BST, next update expected 07:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Passy Plaine Joux
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 76cm 30in | 90cm 36in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 70cm 28in | 76cm 30in | |||||||
| Argentière | 62cm 24in | 69cm 27in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 65cm 25in | 69cm 27in | |||||||
| Les Houches | 56cm 22in | 56cm 22in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 56cm 22in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 56cm 22in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 51cm 20in | 56cm 22in |
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.