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Chamonix Sud Snow Forecast - 6th May 2025

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Chamonix Sud Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Chamonix Sud

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This is the Snow Forecast for Chamonix Sud, France for 15 days from 6 May.

Updated 06 May 2025 04:31 NZST.

Chamonix Sud Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected7 May
Next Snow Amount10cm
Next 48 Hours29cm
Next 7 Days37cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Chamonix Sud

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 6cm New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLt Rain

Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,259m to 2,089m, with rain below.

Chamonix (including Chamonix Sud) is reporting “Spring Snow(High)” with 29cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Chamonix Sud 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 Sud 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Chamonix Sud from OpenMeteo
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Wind
3,840m
-7℃
Snow
+6cm
-9℃
Light Snow
+23cm
-11℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-8℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm
-2℃
Mixed
-2℃
Cloud
-1℃
Snow
+5cm
2,440m
0℃
Fog
+1cm
1℃
Snow
+10cm
3℃
Cloud
+1cm
5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
8℃
Cloud
8℃
Cloud
8℃
Cloud
1,040m
11℃
Cloud
9℃
Light Snow
9℃
Cloud
12℃
Mixed
16℃
Clear
17℃
Fair
18℃
Lt Rain
Snow Line

varying 2,259m
to 2,089m

varying 2,029m
to 1,559m

varying 1,879m
to 1,709m

varying 2,149m
to 1,719m

varying 2,639m
to 2,579m

Max Town11℃9℃9℃12℃16℃17℃18℃
Min Town6℃6℃6℃6℃6℃8℃9℃

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 Sud 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 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 6cm New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLt Rain

Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,259m to 2,089m, with rain below.

Max 9℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 23cm New Snow

ShwrsLight SnowShwrsLt Drizzle

Rain showers first, light snow at altitude then rain showers, light drizzle later.

Snow Line from 2,029m to 1,559m, with rain below.

Max 9℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 9℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 1cm New Snow

FogCloudCloudFog

Fog, cloudy, fog later.

Snow Line from 1,879m to 1,709m, with rain below.

Max 12℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 12℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

up to 2cm New Snow

DrizzleCloudShwrsClear

Drizzle first, cloudy then rain showers, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 2,149m to 1,719m, with rain below.

Max 16℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 16℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

FairFairCloudClear

Fair, cloudy, clear sky later.

Max 17℃
Min 8℃

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

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudClear

Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.

Max 18℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 18℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
12

up to 5cm New Snow

ClearMixedLt RainCloud

Clear sky first, clear spells then light rain showers, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 2,639m to 2,579m, with rain below.

This Snow Forecast for Chamonix Sud, 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 Sud, 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 Sud Snow Forecast updated at 04:31 NZST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Chamonix Sud

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Chamonix Sud
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Chamonix20cm 30cm
Les Arcs20cm 26cm
La Flégère11cm 11cm
Flaine7cm 7cm
Morzine7cm 7cm
Avoriaz6cm 6cm
La Clusaz11cm 11cm
Les Gets1cm 1cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chamonix Sud

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