Chamonix Weather & Forecasts

This is it the next three days of sun, snow, hot or cold, or a complete mixture of all four probably! Of course being the mountains conditions can change rapidly and can even be different from one side of the valley to the other. Make sure you head out prepared for all conditions - don't forget your sunscreen, hat, gloves, thermal pants, and sun-glasses/goggles; inevitably you will use them all. ... more

Images from the EUMETSAT system of meteorological satellites showing weather patterns across Europe over the last 12 hours (animated at one frame per hour). The image is colour enhanced to show the outlines of the the landmasses and use infra-red views to pick up the cloud cover - even at night when of course clouds wouldn't be visible. ... more

Here's a round up of snow forecasts for Chamonix. ... more

Our eyes and ears in the resort can give you an a prompt and honest report when snow falls - allowing you to keep abreast of the latest information and perhaps sneak a cheeky weekend's skiing in. Over the past years we've found that some of the best snow in Chamonix falls when the resort - and therefore the slopes - are all but empty. These happy occurrences have provided us with some of the best skiing we've ever had - and often come at quiet times in the season when many of the best deals are to be found. By signing up for dump alerts you'll find out about the snow as soon as we do and so get a chance to benefit too! ... more

Our Road Report brings you information on Chamonix local and regional road and traffic status, and some useful information on driving in the resort, whether you will be hiring a car from the airport, or driving your own vehicle from the UK. ... more