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Les Contamines Snow Forecast - 3rd June 2026

Les Contamines Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 June 2026 20:46 CDT

Snow Forecast for Les Contamines

Snow and Weather from 3 June.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Les Contamines Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Les Contamines?

Les Contamines Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,832m)
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Forecast for today in Les Contamines

Max 16℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Wed
03

up to 2cm New Snow

DrizzleLt DrizzleMixedMixed

Drizzle, light drizzle, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 2,426m to 2,241m, with rain below.

Forecast times for Les Contamines are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Les Contamines from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
03		Thu
04		Fri
05		Sat
06		Sun
07		Mon
08		Tue
09
Wind
2,500m
3℃
Light Snow
+2cm
6℃
Snow
+10cm
2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
6℃
Clear
8℃
Mixed
10℃
Cloud
8℃
Lt Drizzle
1,832m
10℃
Lt Drizzle
13℃
Cloud
9℃
Light Snow
15℃
Clear
17℃
Mixed
18℃
Cloud
15℃
Lt Drizzle
1,164m
16℃
Lt Drizzle
19℃
Cloud
15℃
Lt Drizzle
20℃
Clear
22℃
Mixed
24℃
Cloud
21℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,426m
to 2,241m

varying 2,195m
to 1,933m

varying 2,164m
to 1,902m

Max Town16℃19℃15℃20℃22℃24℃21℃
Min Town9℃5℃5℃4℃7℃10℃11℃

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.

Snow Forecast near Les Contamines

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Les Contamines
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayWeThFrSaSuMoTu
Ski Pass Mont Blanc40cm 49cm
Chamonix26cm 34cm
Argentière16cm 16cm
Les Arcs13cm 14cm
Flaine13cm 13cm
La Plagne12cm 12cm
St Gervais Mont-Blanc12cm 12cm
La Clusaz11cm 11cm

Snow Reliability

Les Contamines typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 4 meters per season. Snow depths can vary, so it's advisable to check the latest snow reports on J2Ski for current conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Contamines

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Contamines, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Contamines, 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 Contamines 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 Contamines 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 Contamines 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.