Morzine vs Megève — 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.
Morzine
French Alps, France
- Elevation
- 2,466m / 8,091ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 303cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 45%
- Season Snowfall
- 295cm
Megève
French Alps, France
- Elevation
- 2,350m / 7,710ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 385cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 50%
- Season Snowfall
- 368cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Morzine (cm) | Megève (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 36 | 50 |
| December | 66.2 | 83.7 |
| January | 71.3 | 83.1 |
| February | 48.9 | 55.8 |
| March | 50.5 | 63.9 |
| April | 22.4 | 31.9 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Megève receives more annual snowfall (385cm) compared to Morzine (303cm) — a difference of 82cm per year. The best month for powder at Morzine is January (45% probability), while Megève's best is December (50% 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, Morzine's snowiest month has been January, averaging 71.3cm but ranging from a lean 29cm in the driest winter to 120cm in the deepest — a swing that shows how much any single season can vary. At Megève, the snowiest month is December, averaging 83.7cm and spanning 2cm to 159cm 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.