Flaine Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Flaine
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This is the Snow Forecast for Flaine, France for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 13:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 7in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Flaine.
Forecast for today in Flaine
Max 41°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 5in New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then fog later.
Snow Line from 7,149ft to 5,705ft, with rain below.
Flaine has 7in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Flaine Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | |
| - of Snow - 21 April | |
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 8,202ft | 30°F
+5in
| 31°F
 | 29°F
+2in
| 30°F
| 36°F
 | 44°F
 | 45°F
|
| 6,726ft | 34°F
+3in
| 35°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 41°F
| 47°F
| 49°F
 |
| 5,249ft | 41°F
| 40°F
| 39°F
| 40°F
| 47°F
| 54°F
| 57°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 7,149ft | varying 7,149ft | varying 6,558ft | varying 5,968ft | |||
| Max Town | 41°F | 40°F | 39°F | 40°F | 47°F | 54°F | 57°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 35°F | 36°F | 35°F | 37°F | 39°F | 39°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.
Flaine 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 41°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 5in New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then fog later.
Snow Line from 7,149ft to 5,705ft, with rain below.
Max 40°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fog.
Max 39°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers first, light snow at altitude then snow showers at altitude, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,558ft to 5,509ft, with rain below.
Max 40°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
Max 47°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, cloudy then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,968ft to 5,771ft, with rain below.
Max 54°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 57°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Flaine, 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 Flaine, 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.
Flaine Snow Forecast updated at 13:32 PDT, next update expected 16:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Flaine
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 14in | 16in | |||||||
| Grand Massif | 10in | 10in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 9in | 10in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 8in | 8in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Morillon | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| Morzine | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| Avoriaz | 6in | 6in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Flaine
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Flaine, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Flaine, 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 Flaine 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 Flaine 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 Flaine 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.