Samoëns Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Samoëns
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This is the Snow Forecast for Samoëns, France for 16 days from 25 April.
Updated 25 April 2025 02:31 UTC.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Samoëns.
Forecast for today in Samoëns
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Samoëns is reporting “Spring Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Samoëns Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 55cm 22in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 2cm 1in |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Last Snow | 40cm 16in of Snow - 17 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Samoëns was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Samoëns 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
|
| 1,610m 5,282ft | 9℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 15℃ 59°F
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| 720m 2,362ft | 15℃ 58°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 19℃ 67°F
| 21℃ 69°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 15℃ 58°F | 17℃ 63°F | 15℃ 60°F | 17℃ 63°F | 18℃ 65°F | 19℃ 67°F | 21℃ 69°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 47°F | 9℃ 48°F | 11℃ 52°F | 11℃ 53°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 15℃ 58°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 15℃ 60°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 19℃ 67°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 21℃ 69°F
Min 11℃ 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
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 02:31 UTC, next update expected 05:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Samoëns
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 3cm 1in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| La Clusaz | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Grand Massif | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Les Carroz | 1cm - | 1cm - |
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.