Les Houches Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Houches
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Houches, France for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 13:35 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Houches.
Forecast for today in Les Houches
Max 72°F
Min 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 56°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Les Houches has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Houches Snow Report
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Les Houches 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 6,234ft | 58°F
| 50°F
| 41°F
 | 51°F
| 55°F
| 70°F
| 74°F
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| 4,675ft | 65°F
| 57°F
| 47°F
| 58°F
 | 63°F
| 69°F
| 74°F
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| 3,117ft | 72°F
| 63°F
| 55°F
| 65°F
| 70°F
| 74°F
| 78°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 72°F | 63°F | 55°F | 65°F | 70°F | 74°F | 78°F |
| Min Town | 56°F | 51°F | 43°F | 41°F | 48°F | 51°F | 56°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 Houches 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 72°F
Min 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 56°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Max 63°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 55°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers first, cloudy then light rain showers, fair later.
Max 65°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 70°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 74°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 74°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 78°F
Min 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 56°F to daytime highs around 78°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Les Houches, 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 Houches, 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 Houches Snow Forecast updated at 13:35 PDT, next update expected 16:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Les Houches
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 12in | 12in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 9in | 9in | |||||||
| Argentière | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Flaine | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Houches
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Houches, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Houches, 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 Houches 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 Houches 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 Houches 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.