Chamonix Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Chamonix
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This is the Snow Forecast for Chamonix, France for 16 days from 4 July.
Updated 04 July 2025 05:30 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Chamonix.
Forecast for today in Chamonix
Max 79°F
Min 65°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 65°F to daytime highs around 79°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Chamonix is reporting “Spring Snow(High)” with 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Chamonix Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 94in |
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| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow High |
Chamonix 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 12,598ft | 47°F
| 47°F
| 35°F
 +1in
| 23°F
 +6in
| 18°F
 +2in
| 47°F
| 53°F
 |
| W F2 | W F2 | NW F3 | |||||
| 7,989ft | 60°F
| 61°F
| 50°F
 | 48°F
| 41°F
| 63°F
| 69°F
|
| 3,379ft | 79°F
| 80°F
| 67°F
| 58°F
| 53°F
 | 70°F
| 76°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 10,495ft | varying 9,839ft | varying 7,444ft | ||||
| Max Town | 79°F | 80°F | 67°F | 58°F | 53°F | 70°F | 76°F |
| Min Town | 65°F | 62°F | 54°F | 47°F | 45°F | 46°F | 54°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.
Chamonix 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 79°F
Min 65°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 65°F to daytime highs around 79°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Max 80°F
Min 62°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 62°F to daytime highs around 80°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 67°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 10,495ft to 9,839ft, with rain below.
Max 58°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 6in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, thunderstorms later.
Snow Line from 9,839ft to 7,247ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 2in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light rain showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 7,444ft to 6,919ft, with rain below.
Max 70°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 76°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 76°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Chamonix, 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 Chamonix, on any given trail 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.
Chamonix Snow Forecast updated at 05:30 PDT, next update expected 08:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Chamonix
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix Sud | 1in | 7in | |||||||
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 2in | 6in | |||||||
| Argentière | - | 4in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | - | 1in | |||||||
| La Rosière | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chamonix
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chamonix, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chamonix, 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 Chamonix 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 Chamonix 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 Chamonix 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.