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Chamonix Snow Forecast - 5th May 2025

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Chamonix Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Chamonix

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This is the Snow Forecast for Chamonix, France for 16 days from 5 May.

Updated 05 May 2025 12:07 IST.

Chamonix Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount7cm
Next 48 Hours30cm
Next 7 Days58cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Chamonix.

Forecast for today in Chamonix

Max 10℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 10℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 7cm New Snow

Lt RainLt RainLt RainLt Rain

Light rain early, then light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,319m to 1,779m, with rain below.

Chamonix is reporting “Spring Snow(High)” with 30cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Chamonix Snow Report

Chamonix Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths240cm
Snow ConditionsSpring Snow High
Last Snow
100cm 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.

Chamonix 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Chamonix from OpenMeteo
Mon
05
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Wind
3,840m
-8℃
Light Snow
+7cm
-7℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+10cm
-11℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+13cm
-9℃
Cloud
+3cm
-10℃
Snow
+10cm
-4℃
Cloud
+3cm
-2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+10cm
2,435m
0℃
Light Snow
+7cm
0℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
2℃
Light Snow
+12cm
5℃
Cloud
+2cm
4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3cm
5℃
Cloud
7℃
Mixed
1,030m
10℃
Lt Rain
11℃
Cloud
8℃
Light Snow
11℃
Cloud
11℃
Lt Rain
15℃
Cloud
17℃
Storm
Snow Line

varying 2,319m
to 1,779m

varying 2,159m
to 2,069m

varying 2,059m
to 1,519m

varying 2,139m
to 1,939m

varying 2,159m
to 1,889m

varying 2,449m
to 2,339m

varying 2,589m
to 2,499m

Max Town10℃11℃8℃11℃11℃15℃17℃
Min Town7℃6℃4℃6℃7℃7℃8℃

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.

Chamonix 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 10℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 10℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 7cm New Snow

Lt RainLt RainLt RainLt Rain

Light rain early, then light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,319m to 1,779m, with rain below.

Max 11℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 10cm New Snow

FogCloudLt RainLt Rain

Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, light rain later.

Snow Line from 2,159m to 2,069m, with rain below.

Max 8℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 13cm New Snow

Lt RainLight SnowCloudFog

Light rain first, light snow at altitude then cloudy, fog later.

Snow Line from 2,059m to 1,519m, with rain below.

Max 11℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 3cm New Snow

FogCloudCloudLt Rain

Fog, cloudy, light rain later.

Snow Line from 2,139m to 1,939m, with rain below.

Max 11℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

up to 10cm New Snow

Lt RainCloudLt RainClear

Light rain first, cloudy then light rain, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 2,159m to 1,889m, with rain below.

Max 15℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 15℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
10

up to 3cm New Snow

FairCloudLt RainFair

Fair first, cloudy then light rain showers, fair later.

Snow Line from 2,449m to 2,339m, with rain below.

Max 17℃
Min 8℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 17℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
11

up to 10cm New Snow

ClearMixedStormLt Rain

Clear sky first, clear spells then thunderstorms, light rain later.

Snow Line from 2,589m to 2,499m, with rain below.

This Snow Forecast for Chamonix, 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 Chamonix, on any given piste 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.

Chamonix Snow Forecast updated at 12:07 IST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Chamonix

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Chamonix
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrMonTueWedThuFriSatSun 7 Day
Chamonix Sud28cm 49cm
La Rosière32cm 38cm
Ski Pass Mont Blanc23cm 31cm
Argentière13cm 30cm
La Clusaz24cm 25cm
Flaine18cm 21cm
St Gervais Mont-Blanc18cm 21cm
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise14cm 20cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chamonix

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chamonix, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chamonix, 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 Chamonix 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 Chamonix 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 Chamonix 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.