Sommand Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 07 April 2026 19:45 UTC
Snow Forecast for Sommand
Snow and Weather from 7 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Sommand Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sommand?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in Sommand
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Forecast times for Sommand are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Tue 07 | Wed 08 | Thu 09 | Fri 10 | Sat 11 | Sun 12 | Mon 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,980m 6,496ft | 10℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 47°F
 | 12℃ 53°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
 +4cm +2in
|
| 1,697m 5,566ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 1,413m 4,636ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
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| Snow Line | 1,413m 4,636ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 14℃ 57°F | 14℃ 58°F | 14℃ 58°F | 12℃ 54°F | 16℃ 60°F | 8℃ 45°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 38°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°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.
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Snow Forecast near Sommand
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avoriaz | - | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | - | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Chamonix | - | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Flaine | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Morzine | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Gets | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Houches | - | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Praz de Lys | - | 2cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Sommand enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting a snow depth of around 80-120 cm during peak season. For the most accurate and up-to-date snow information, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sommand
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sommand, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sommand, 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 Sommand 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 Sommand 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 Sommand 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.