Megève vs La Clusaz — 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.
Megève
French Alps, France
- Elevation
- 2,350m / 7,710ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 385cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 50%
- Season Snowfall
- 368cm
La Clusaz
French Alps, France
- Elevation
- 2,600m / 8,531ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 444cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 55%
- Season Snowfall
- 422cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Megève (cm) | La Clusaz (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 50 | 53.3 |
| December | 83.7 | 100.1 |
| January | 83.1 | 97.8 |
| February | 55.8 | 60.2 |
| March | 63.9 | 78.3 |
| April | 31.9 | 32.6 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, La Clusaz receives more annual snowfall (444cm) compared to Megève (385cm) — a difference of 59cm per year. The best month for powder at Megève is December (50% probability), while La Clusaz's best is December (55% probability).
Snow History: 10 Winters of Data
This comparison draws on 10 consecutive winters of snowfall records (2015–2025) for each resort. Over that span, Megève's snowiest month has been December, averaging 83.7cm but ranging from a lean 2cm in the driest winter to 159cm in the deepest — a swing that shows how much any single season can vary. At La Clusaz, the snowiest month is December, averaging 100.1cm and spanning 1cm to 205cm across the record. Comparing these historical ranges, rather than a single season, is the most reliable way to judge which resort delivers more dependable snow for the dates you want to ski.