Abondance snow report
Abondance
Abondance ski resort is located in the Haute-Savoie region of France and is known for its stunning scenery and great skiing opportunities. The ski resort has a wide range of trails, but the best ones are the blue and red runs that offer a challenging yet enjoyable experience for intermediate and advanced skiers. A little-known fact about Abondance is that it was once a monastery, and the monks who resided there were the ones who first introduced the world-famous cheese, Abondance. For beginners, the resort offers gentle slopes and a ski school with experienced instructors to guide them. As for the best après-ski bar, Le Fer Rouge is a popular choice among tourists and locals alike, offering delicious cocktails and a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: The Abondance ski resort is located in the French Alps, specifically in the Haute-Savoie region. The resort is situated within the Portes du Soleil ski area, one of the largest ski areas in the world.
Pertinent mountain ranges near Abondance ski resort include:
1. Chablais Alps: Abondance is located in the Chablais region of the Alps, which is known for its stunning mountain scenery and excellent skiing opportunities.
2. Mont de Grange: This prominent mountain peak near Abondance offers challenging ski runs and breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
3. Dents du Midi: This mountain range, located just across the border in Switzerland, is visible from Abondance and adds to the picturesque backdrop of the resort.
Some notable mountain aspects of the Abondance ski resort include:
1. Varied terrain: The resort offers a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced ski runs, making it suitable for skiers of all levels.
2. Off-piste opportunities: The surrounding mountains and backcountry areas provide ample opportunities for off-piste skiing and snowboarding.
3. Stunning views: From the slopes of Abondance, skiers can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, creating a truly immersive alpine experience.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Abondance -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Abondance in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Abondance reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Abondance
Where does the snow data for Abondance come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Abondance?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Abondance?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Abondance.