Les Houches Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Houches
This is the Snow Forecast for Les Houches, France for 17 days from 16 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 10:36 UTC.
Forecast times for Les Houches are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Houches.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Les Houches Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Les Houches?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
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Forecast for today in Les Houches
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Les Houches has 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,900m 6,234ft | 4℃ 40°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
 | -6℃ 21°F
 +7cm +3in
| -4℃ 24°F
 +1cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 1,425m 4,675ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+6cm +2in
| -4℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 950m 3,117ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+1cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,609m 5,279ft | 1,249m 4,098ft | varying 1,159m 3,802ft | 950m 3,117ft | 950m 3,117ft | ||
| Max Town | 12℃ 53°F | 7℃ 45°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 40°F | 0℃ 33°F | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 28°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 44°F | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 30°F | -3℃ 26°F | -6℃ 21°F | -7℃ 19°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.
Les Houches Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers early, then fair later.
Snow Line from 1,609m 5,279ft to 1,279m 4,196ft , with rain below.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 0℃ 33°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ 26°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
3cm to 7cm 1in to 3in New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,159m 3,802ft to resort level.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 21°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
1cm 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 19°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Les Houches, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Les Houches, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Les Houches Snow Forecast updated at 10:36 UTC, next update expected 13:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Les Houches
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Pass Mont Blanc | 30cm 12in | 42cm 16in | |||||||
| Chamonix | 29cm 11in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Flaine | 22cm 9in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| La Rosière | 15cm 6in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Argentière | 17cm 7in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Megève | 12cm 5in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Les Contamines | 9cm 4in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 14cm 5in | 22cm 9in |
Snow Reliability
Les Houches typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Houches
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Houches, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Houches, 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 Houches 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 Houches 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 Houches 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.