looking out over the mountains up high in Chamonix

Snow report, 6 February 2025

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 9 May 2026

It’s been a fairly cold but mainly sunny week here in Chamonix for the last quiet week on the slopes before the half term families arrive. Luckily with the crowds comes some colder weather and it looks like there is a little snow in the forecast.

What’s happening now

We still have a high pressure in control of our weather. Today we have another sunny day here, but this looks like our last bluebird day for a few days. The humidity is staying low today, so although we will experience temperatures between +2°C and +5°C degrees around 1,500m we will not experience much thawing. Tomorrow it will be cloudy, slightly colder and the air will be more humid. The temperatures will drop to around -7°C by Friday evening.

What’s coming up in Chamonix

Over the last few days snow had been forecast for the weekend, but this looks to have moved away from the Northern Alps over to the west. However some weather models are still predicting light snow for the weekend and Monday. This uncertainty is due to the high pressure area sitting north of us.

Temperatures will stay quite low, with a variance between +3°C and -3°C at 1,500m. It will remain cloudy for the next few days, with only light winds and there is no significant snowfall predicted.

Avalanche risk

The current risk of avalanches above 1,800m is moderate, 2 out of 5. This is due to the warming through the daytime. The most susceptible slopes are the very steep sunny slopes, in particular south, southeast and southwest facing slopes. The snowpack is moist.
Caution is advised and as always, if you plan to venture off-piste, ensure you have the proper equipment, up to date weather information and advice from the resort, and guidance.

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It's school holiday time

This weekend sees the end of the empty pistes and quiet chair lift queues! The school holidays have arrived and with them come throngs of families and children's ski schools all around the mountains.

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.

There will be plenty of activities and events going on during the next four weeks. Check out what’s on in February in Chamonix.

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!

Ski Hire in Chamonix

Sanglard Sports

Location
Chamonix

Situated right on the roundabout as you come into the centre of Chamonix from the main highway - so there's a minimum of carrying equipment and a maximum amount of convenience - just grab your skis or snowboard and go! Jonty and his team will welcome you and provide a professional and friendly service.
Chamonix Ski

Location
Chamonix

This ski and snowboard hire shop is only a 3-minute walk from the centre of Chamonix and perfectly located if you're staying in the Les Pècles / Les Moussoux.
Stamos Sports

Location
Argentiere

No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
Les Aiglons

Location
Chamonix

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Chamonix? Just visit the Skiset Les Aiglons store!
Munari Sport

Location
Les Houches

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Chamonix? Just visit the NetSki Munari Sports store!
Ravanel & Co Praz

Location
Chamonix

The shop in Les Praz is most conveniently located at the edge of the car-park at the foot of the Flegere cable-car. All members of staff, including the owners, who are also qualified instructors, guides and national coaches, actively pursue the sports they stock equipment for.

Ski Schools in Chamonix

Private ski lessons

The perfect choice for private ski lessons in the Chamonix Valley if you're staying in Vallorcine, Le Tour or Montroc, or would like to discover the beautiful Balme ski area at the top end of the valley.
Group ski lessons

Operating across the valley, this world-class team of ski instructors is available at all meeting points in Chamonix.
Group ski lessons

The perfect choice for group ski lessons in the Chamonix Valley if you're staying in Vallorcine, Le Tour or Montroc, or would like to discover the beautiful Balme ski area at the top end of the valley.
Group ski lessons

This ski school welcomes everyone from beginners to experts in group classes.
Private ski lessons

This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Private ski lessons

Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.

Airport Transfers in Chamonix

Private and shared airport transfers

This company offers two great value shuttle services as well as a private service from Geneva and Lyon Airports to the Chamonix Valley. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
Private and shared airport transfers

This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Chamonix, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
Private airport transfers

The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
Private airport transfers

From the airport to the slopes, they handle the rest. Geneva's most trusted private ski transfers.
Mont Blanc Transfers

This company provides private transfers in fully electric vehicles around the Chamonix valley, operating from airports and train stations to the ski resorts.

Winter Things To Do in Chamonix

See our Activity Guide

Snowshoe guided walks

Explore the fantastic natural scenery around Vallorcine, Le Tour and Montroc by going off the beaten track on snowshoes!
Guided snowshoeing

Location
Chamonix

Off-piste snowshoe outings where you can discover the charm and serenity of the Chamonix Valley on foot.
Guided off-piste Vallée Blanche

Location
Chamonix

Chamonix Mont Blanc Guides specialise in high mountain guiding, skiing and alpinism. Based in the Chamonix Valley, at the foot of the Mont Blanc range, they have all the experience and expertise to make your dream adventure become a reality.
Guided snowshoeing

Location
Chamonix

Walk in a winter wonderland and wind your way slowly uphill, to secluded forest spots, frozen waterfalls and marvel at the beauty of the mountains.
Heliskiing/boarding

For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
Helicopter tours

Location
Bourg-Saint-Maurice

A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.