Chamonix vs Méribel — Snowfall Comparison

Side-by-side snowfall comparison based on 10 years of historical data (2015–2025). See which resort gets more snow, the best months for powder, and how they compare on elevation and location.

Chamonix

French Alps, France

Elevation
3,842m / 12,606ft
Annual Snowfall
469cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
51%
Season Snowfall
442cm
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Méribel

French Alps, France

Elevation
2,952m / 9,686ft
Annual Snowfall
566cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
58%
Season Snowfall
517cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthChamonix (cm)Méribel (cm)
November58.572.8
December90.5116.7
January103.2120.1
February70.166.4
March76.188.8
April4451.8

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Méribel receives more annual snowfall (566cm) compared to Chamonix (469cm) — a difference of 97cm per year. The best month for powder at Chamonix is January (51% probability), while Méribel's best is January (58% probability).