Cordon Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cordon
This is the Snow and Weather for Cordon from 18 January.
Updated 18 January 2026 11:06 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cordon.
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Cordon Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Cordon?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in Cordon
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Cordon are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Cordon has up to 4cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Cordon Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Pistes Open | 6 Pistes (60%) |
Ski area reported to be open, with 6 runs available.
Cordon 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 1,600m 5,249ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +3cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
 +1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
|
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+4cm +1in
| 4℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
|
| 1,000m 3,281ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+4cm +2in
| 4℃ 39°F
 +1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,200m 3,937ft | varying 1,015m 3,330ft | |||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 52°F | 9℃ 49°F | 9℃ 49°F | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 40°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | -4℃ 25°F | -6℃ 22°F | -7℃ 20°F | -6℃ 20°F | -8℃ 17°F | -11℃ 12°F |
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 Cordon
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Rosière | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Argentière | - | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | - | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Le Tour | - | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Chamonix | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Houches | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Flaine | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | - | 5cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Cordon typically experiences reliable snowfall, with depths averaging 100 cm in winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cordon
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cordon, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cordon, 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 Cordon 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 Cordon 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 Cordon 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.