Chamonix snow report
Chamonix
Chamonix, located in the Haute-Savoie region of France, is a world-renowned ski resort known for its challenging terrain and gorgeous views of Mont Blanc. The best trails include the famous Vallée Blanche, a 12-mile off-piste run with breathtaking views, and the Grands Montets, which offers steep pistes and excellent powder. Interestingly, many people don't know that Chamonix was the site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924. For beginner skiers, the gentle slopes of Les Planards are perfect for learning, with ski schools available for instruction. For après ski, La Terrasse offers spectacular views and live music, while Chambre Neuf is a lively bar with a great atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Chamonix ski resort is located in the French Alps and is known for its stunning mountain scenery and challenging ski terrain. The resort is surrounded by several prominent mountain ranges, including the Mont Blanc massif, the Aiguilles Rouges, and the Chamonix Aiguilles.
Some of the most famous mountain aspects of Chamonix ski resort include:
1. Mont Blanc: The highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe, Mont Blanc is an iconic feature of the Chamonix skyline. The resort offers breathtaking views of the peak and is a popular destination for mountaineering and skiing.
2. Aiguille du Midi: One of the most famous peaks in the Chamonix Aiguilles range, the Aiguille du Midi offers spectacular views of Mont Blanc and the surrounding mountains. The peak is accessible by cable car and is a popular starting point for off-piste skiing and mountaineering.
3. Grand Montets: Located in the Aiguilles Rouges range, Grand Montets is one of the largest and most popular ski areas in Chamonix. The resort offers a variety of challenging runs and off-piste terrain, making it a favorite destination for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
4. Brevent-Flegere: This ski area offers stunning views of the Mont Blanc massif and is known for its wide range of ski runs catering to all abilities. The resort is easily accessible from the town of Chamonix and is a popular choice for families and beginners.
Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects of Chamonix ski resort offer a diverse and exciting ski experience for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
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 Chamonix -- 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 Chamonix in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Chamonix reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Chamonix
Where does the snow data for Chamonix 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 Chamonix?
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 Chamonix?
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 Chamonix.