Is Chamonix snowsure?
The snowiest week in Chamonix is week 1 of March. There are typically 3.7 snowy days during this week with 55 cm of snowfall. Check out the Chamonix Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Chamonix
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 42 cm | 3.1 days |
| January | 44 cm | 3.1 days |
| February | 36 cm | 3.3 days |
| March | 37 cm | 3.6 days |
| April | 26 cm | 3.7 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Chamonix during October (week 4):
The average snowfall forecast during week 4 of October for Chamonix is 18 cm. There are typically 1.7 snowy days during this week. Chamonix typical weather and snow conditions during the last week of October at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2440m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the normal freezing level (2949m) is slightly above the mid altitude of Chamonix. On average, expect one or two days with snowfall per week in Chamonix at the end of October with and average of one wet day during this week every year. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 18cm. Temperatures generally above freezing both day and night in Chamonix during week four of October with average maximum temperature 2.7°C and minimum temperature 1.3°C at the mid altitude. Expect the sun to come out on two or three days per week. Generally light winds (average 11km/h).
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Chamonix Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Chamonix and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Chamonix are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Chamonix are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Chamonix are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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