Passy Plaine Joux Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux
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This is the Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux, France for 16 days from 25 March.
Updated 24 March 2025 19:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 10in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Passy Plaine Joux.
Forecast for today in Passy Plaine Joux
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Passy Plaine Joux is reporting “Fresh Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Passy Plaine Joux Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 39in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 12in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 12in of Snow - 26 February | |
| Pistes Open | 6 Trails |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Passy Plaine Joux was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Passy Plaine Joux 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 5,709ft | 43°F
| 43°F
| 44°F
| 43°F
| 31°F
 +1in
| 30°F
 +8in
| 34°F
+1in
|
| NW F2 | W F2 | ||||||
| 5,052ft | 45°F
| 45°F
| 46°F
| 45°F
 | 34°F
+1in
| 32°F
+10in
| 35°F
+1in
|
| 4,396ft | 49°F
| 49°F
 | 50°F
| 49°F
| 36°F
| 34°F
+7in
| 38°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | 4,656ft | varying 4,459ft | 4,396ft | ||||
| Max Town | 49°F | 49°F | 50°F | 49°F | 36°F | 34°F | 38°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 37°F | 32°F | 34°F | 27°F | 29°F | 27°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.
Passy Plaine Joux 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 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max 49°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 50°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 49°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Max 36°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to 4,656ft, with rain below.
Max 34°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
7in to 8in New Snow
Light snow early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 4,459ft to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
1in New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Passy Plaine Joux, 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 Passy Plaine Joux, 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.
Passy Plaine Joux Snow Forecast updated at 19:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Passy Plaine Joux
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | - | 3in | |||||||
| Flaine | - | 4in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | - | 4in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | - | 4in | |||||||
| Chamonix | - | 4in | |||||||
| Combloux | - | 4in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | - | 4in | |||||||
| St Gervais Mont-Blanc | - | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Passy Plaine Joux
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Passy Plaine Joux, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Passy Plaine Joux, 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 Passy Plaine Joux 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 Passy Plaine Joux 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 Passy Plaine Joux 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.