Chamonix Snow Report
Updated 20 March 2026 12:29 CDT
Snow conditions in Chamonix
| Upper Snow Depths | 280cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 100cm |
| Snow conditions | Hard(High), Spring Snow(Low) |
| Last Snow | 30cm - 15 March |
Chamonix Ski Area Status
Chamonix is Open
| Pistes Open | 77 Pistes |
|---|---|
| Tourist Office says | March 20-22nd - Ski Legends Counter - on the Balme ski area, at the top of the Vallorcine gondola Chamonix Unlimited Festival March 25-29th, 2026: A festival combining skiing and concerts with performances by international DJs in unusual locations Marc... |
| Roads | Clear and dry Snow cables or chains mandatory |
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
The overall Avalanche Risk Level in Chamonix was reported as Moderate (Level 2): ALWAYS check local advice before leaving marked runs.
Recent Snow in Chamonix
Snow Depths in Chamonix
Upper slope snow depth remained at a reported 280cm over the past week.
Recent Snowfall
Reports from Chamonix indicate that it last snowed :- 30cm on Sunday 15th March, 5cm on Saturday 14th March and 20cm on Thursday 12th March.
Where is there snow in Chamonix?
When will it snow in Chamonix?
The next notable snow forecast is 5cm, expected on 22 March, with around 38cm forecast over the next 7 days.
Forecast updated : 20 Mar 2026 13:42 CDT
How much snow is there in Chamonix?
The last report received from Chamonix gave snow depths of 280cm on the upper slopes and 100cm lower down.
Snow report updated : 20 Mar 2026 12:29 CDT
When did it last snow in Chamonix?
Our most recent snow report indicates that it last snowed in Chamonix on Sunday 15th March 2026 with 30cm of fresh snow falling.
Snow report updated : 20 Mar 2026 12:29 CDT
Snow in the Ski Areas of Chamonix
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Depth Hi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix Sud | 5cm | 38cm | ||||||||
| La Flégère | 4cm | 42cm |
Snow near Chamonix
| Ski Resort Report | Valley | Depth Hi |
|---|---|---|
| Argentière | 100cm | 360cm |
| Les Houches | 100cm | 360cm |
| Morzine | 10cm | 328cm |
| Avoriaz | 170cm | 325cm |
| Flaine | 90cm | 310cm |
| La Clusaz | 40cm | 270cm |
| La Rosière | 155cm | 240cm |
| Passy Plaine Joux | 80cm | 225cm |
| Combloux | 123cm | 219cm |
| Sainte-Foy Tarentaise | 100cm | 200cm |
| Les Gets | 30cm | 170cm |
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 60cm | 128cm |
| St Gervais Mont-Blanc | 60cm | 128cm |
| Megève | 50cm | 95cm |
| Cordon | 40cm | 70cm |
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Chamonix Snow Forecast
| Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
For Forecast detail, see below.
Chamonix has 5cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
| Top | Snow Hi | Snow to | Max Town | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri |  | 9℃ | ||
| Sat | | 7℃ |
More Snow Forecast Detail:-
7 Day Snow Forecast
48 Hour Snow Forecast
Off-Piste Safety in Chamonix
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Chamonix, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.