La Flégère Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Flégère
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This is the Snow Forecast for La Flégère, France for 15 days from 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 15:33 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Flégère.
Forecast for today in La Flégère
Max 54°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,543ft to 7,149ft, with rain below.
Chamonix (including La Flégère) is reporting “Spring Snow(High)” with 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
La Flégère Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 94in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow High |
| Last Snow | |
| 39in of Snow - 24 April | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Chamonix was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
La Flégère 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 8,284ft | 35°F
 +1in
| 31°F
 +3in
| 37°F
| 37°F
| 44°F
| 45°F
| 46°F
|
| 5,832ft | 43°F
| 37°F
| 41°F
| 42°F
 | 49°F
| 53°F
| 54°F
|
| 3,379ft | 54°F
| 49°F
 | 50°F
| 50°F
| 58°F
| 61°F
| 63°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 7,543ft | varying 6,690ft | |||||
| Max Town | 54°F | 49°F | 50°F | 50°F | 58°F | 61°F | 63°F |
| Min Town | 42°F | 43°F | 42°F | 42°F | 43°F | 45°F | 46°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.
La Flégère 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 54°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,543ft to 7,149ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 3in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain then cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,690ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then light rain, cloudy later.
Max 50°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Fog, light rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 58°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 61°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 63°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then light rain showers later.
This Snow Forecast for La Flégère, 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 La Flégère, 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.
La Flégère Snow Forecast updated at 15:33 PDT, next update expected 21:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near La Flégère
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Flégère
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Flégère, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Flégère, 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 La Flégère 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 La Flégère 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 La Flégère 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.