Samoëns Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Samoëns
This is the Snow Forecast for Samoëns, France for 17 days from 16 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 10:40 UTC.
Forecast times for Samoëns 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 Samoëns.
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Samoëns Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Samoëns?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 15cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 26cm 10in |
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Forecast for today in Samoëns
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,499m 8,199ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Samoëns has 15cm 6in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Samoëns Snow Report
Snow report from Chamonix ( 21km 13 miles from Samoëns)
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
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| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | 1℃ 33°F
 +6cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+9cm +4in
| -4℃ 26°F
 | -4℃ 24°F
 | -7℃ 19°F
 +7cm +3in
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 1,610m 5,282ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 1℃ 35°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+6cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 720m 2,362ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm
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| Snow Line | varying 2,379m 7,805ft | varying 1,789m 5,869ft | 1,109m 3,638ft | varying 919m 3,015ft | 720m 2,362ft | 720m 2,362ft | |
| Max Town | 12℃ 54°F | 8℃ 47°F | 4℃ 40°F | 6℃ 43°F | 3℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | 8℃ 46°F | -2℃ 29°F | -3℃ 27°F | 1℃ 34°F | -3℃ 26°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 25°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.
Samoëns 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 11℃ 52°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,499m 8,199ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 17cm up to 7in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain showers then rain, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,839m 6,033ft to 1,179m 3,868ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear sky then clear spells, fog later.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then fair, cloudy later.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 24°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
2cm to 9cm 1in to 3in New Snow
Fog first, light snow then light snow showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 839m 2,753ft to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ 22°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
1cm to 2cm 1in New Snow
Clear spells early, then light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ 25°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Samoëns, 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 Samoëns, 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.
Samoëns Snow Forecast updated at 10:40 UTC, next update expected 13:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Samoëns
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 29cm 11in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Flaine | 22cm 9in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Morillon | 19cm 7in | 29cm 12in | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 10cm 4in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Megève | 12cm 5in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 14cm 5in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Grand Massif | 13cm 5in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Morzine | 11cm 4in | 21cm 8in |
Snow Reliability
Samoëns typically sees a snow depth of 100 to 300 cm during peak season, with regular snowfall ensuring good conditions. For the latest updates on snow quality, check J2Ski for reliable information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Samoëns
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Samoëns, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Samoëns, 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 Samoëns 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 Samoëns 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 Samoëns 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.