Les Contamines Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Contamines
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Contamines, France for 15 days from 29 May.
Updated 28 May 2025 13:30 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Contamines.
Forecast for today in Les Contamines
Max 64°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, fair later.
Les Contamines has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Contamines Snow Report
Snow report from Les Houches (5 miles from Les Contamines)
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| Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | Wed 04 | |
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| Wind | W F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 8,202ft | 45°F
| 55°F
 | 58°F
| 59°F
| 49°F
 | 52°F
| 46°F
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| SE F2 | |||||||
| 6,010ft | 53°F
| 64°F
| 65°F
| 65°F
| 54°F
| 62°F
| 58°F
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| 3,819ft | 64°F
| 74°F
| 72°F
| 72°F
| 61°F
| 71°F
| 67°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 64°F | 74°F | 72°F | 72°F | 61°F | 71°F | 67°F |
| Min Town | 44°F | 49°F | 52°F | 55°F | 55°F | 54°F | 55°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.
Les Contamines 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 64°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, fair later.
Max 74°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 74°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 72°F
Min 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 52°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 72°F
Min 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain showers later.
Max 61°F
Min 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
02
Snow unlikely
Thunderstorms, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 71°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, light rain showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 67°F
Min 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then thunderstorms later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Les Contamines, 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 Les Contamines, 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.
Les Contamines Snow Forecast updated at 13:30 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Les Contamines
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | - | 10in | |||||||
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | - | 9in | |||||||
| La Plagne | - | - | |||||||
| Argentière | - | - | |||||||
| La Rosière | - | - | |||||||
| Les Arcs | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Contamines
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Contamines, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Contamines, 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 Les Contamines 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 Les Contamines 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 Les Contamines 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.