Les Bossons Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Bossons
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Bossons, France for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 02:34 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 21cm |
| Next 7 Days | 21cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Bossons.
Forecast for today in Les Bossons
Max 9℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Chamonix (3km from Les Bossons) is reporting “Wet(High), Spring Snow(Low)” with 21cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Bossons Snow Report
Snow report from Chamonix (3km from Les Bossons)
| Upper Snow Depths | 180cm |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Wet High Spring Snow Low |
| Last Snow | |
| 3cm of Snow - 15 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. | |
Les Bossons 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,410m | 8℃
| 4℃
 +21cm
| 8℃
 | 13℃
 | 12℃
| 13℃
| 12℃
|
| 1,215m | 8℃
| 4℃
 +8cm
| 9℃
| 14℃
| 13℃
| 14℃
| 13℃
|
| 1,020m | 9℃
| 6℃
+3cm
| 10℃
| 15℃
| 15℃
| 15℃
| 15℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,359m | ||||||
| Max Town | 9℃ | 6℃ | 10℃ | 15℃ | 15℃ | 15℃ | 15℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 1℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ | 6℃ |
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.
Les Bossons 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 9℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Max 6℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
3cm to 21cm New Snow
Heavy rain first, light snow then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,359m to resort level.
Max 10℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Light rain, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 15℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 15℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Max 15℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then light rain showers, drizzle later.
Max 15℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Les Bossons, 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 Les Bossons, 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.
Les Bossons Snow Forecast updated at 02:34 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Les Bossons
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Bossons
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Bossons, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Bossons, 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 Les Bossons 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 Les Bossons 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 Les Bossons 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.