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 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 17:37 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 50°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,510ft to 7,149ft, with rain below.
Les Contamines has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Contamines Snow Report
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 8,202ft | 31°F
 +1in
| 31°F
 +3in
| 37°F
| 37°F
| 44°F
| 45°F
| 46°F
|
| 6,010ft | 40°F
 | 36°F
 | 43°F
| 44°F
| 51°F
| 52°F
 | 54°F
 |
| 3,819ft | 50°F
| 44°F
 | 50°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
| 60°F
| 62°F
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| Snow Line | varying 7,510ft | varying 6,558ft | |||||
| Max Town | 50°F | 44°F | 50°F | 52°F | 58°F | 60°F | 62°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 41°F | 40°F | 40°F | 38°F | 41°F | 43°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 50°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,510ft to 7,149ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 3in New Snow
Fog first, light rain then rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 6,558ft to 5,574ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, cloudy then rain showers, fog later.
Max 52°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 58°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 60°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 62°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
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 17:37 PDT, next update expected 20:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Les Contamines
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 8in | 12in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 8in | 10in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 6in | 9in | |||||||
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 6in | 8in | |||||||
| Argentière | 5in | 7in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 4in | 5in | |||||||
| Le Tour | 3in | 4in | |||||||
| Flaine | 3in | 3in |
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.