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Chamonix snow report and forecast

Discover the latest Chamonix snow conditions

Author Caro Blackwell, Destination Editor Updated

We’ve had a week of changeable weather last week in Chamonix, with light snow on Tuesday over around 1,600m, which helped improve the piste conditions. Temperatures have remained fairly cold, staying well below freezing over about 1,800m, creating freeze thaw conditions. We have been experiencing fog and cloud cover with only limited glimpses of the sun.

What’s happening now

Currently we have light snow falling, around 12cm expected today, adding a little extra fresh snow to the pistes. The freezing level is around 1,300m, but will drop right down by the end of tomorrow. Winds are light, the visibility is mixed, but the light is quite flat. Temperatures will really drop tonight down to around -10°C, but it will feel colder.

The avalanche risk is moderate (2-3/5), so it’s important to stay cautious, particularly off-piste where the snowpack may still be unstable.

Looking ahead

Friday is by far the coldest day this week, with temperatures down to -12°C, but due to the light to moderate breeze it will feel much colder. This unsettled weather will be over by the end of tomorrow and the next few days are looking dry with a mix of mainly sunshine and a little cloud. This is due to a continental high pressure area, which is gradually moving east

Temperatures will range from around +3°C down to -6°C, with the freezing level sitting between 1,100m and 2,000m. There’s no significant snowfall in the forecast at the moment, but conditions should stay good thanks to the recent snow and cold nights. Winds will be light and you can expect crisp mornings and bluebird ski days. Don’t forget your sunglasses!

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Busy week on the slopes

We’re into the school holiday time here in Chamonix, so the slopes are busier and we must be mindful to ski safely and be aware of those around us.

We’re never too experienced to remind ourselves of The ten FIS (International Ski Federation) rules of ski safety, please read here.

To make the most of your time on the slopes, here are a few tips:

  • To steer clear of the crowds, aim to ski during the off-peak times such as - early mornings, jump on the first lifts. Ski through lunchtime and enjoy a late lunch then ski again later in the afternoon when the mountain tends to be less busy.
  • Be mindful of the ski school hotspots, meeting times and places and plan your route accordingly. If you must ski in these areas, try to do so at different times than the ski schools meet.
  • Make the most of your half-term week by exploring all the additional activities and exciting fun events available in the resort.
  • Be sure to catch the torchlit descents and fireworks displays.
  • Always check the avalanche risk in resort and don't head off-piste if you don't have the up to date information, equipment and guidance.

Updates and be social

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Chamonix. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.

We need you! 
If you're in Chamonix this week, we want to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeChamonix #seechamonix. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.

See you out there on the slopes, and don't forget to tag us in your adventures!

Weather

Updated 17 February 2025 at 17:55

Morning
-4°C
Afternoon
8°C
North
4 km/h
Snow Depth
10cm
SOFT
Rain/Snow Limit
600m
Last Snowfall
5cm
Marked
3/5

Lifts & Trails

Updated 17 February 2025 at 17:55

Lifts
75/81
2/2
Pistes
114/120
Greens
15/16
Blues
41/41
Reds
43/46
Blacks
15/17
Hiking Trails
5.9/9km

Lifts

Tph Plan De L'aiguille
Open 08:10 to 15:00
Tph Aiguille Du Midi
Open 08:20 to 15:00
Ascenseur
Open 08:40 to 15:00

Trails and activities

Palier Hypoxie
Open 08:40 to 15:00
Z Arete Sommitale
Z equipped
Open
Pas Dans Le Vide
Open 08:40 to 15:00
Tube
Open 08:40 to 15:00
Cinema Immersif 4D
Closed monday and tuesday
Open 12:30 to 17:30

Restaurants

3842 Summit (Cafétéria)
Open 08:45 to 16:00
Le 3842 (Restaurant)
Open 12:00 to 14:30
More lift & trail details

Snowcams

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