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Aiguille du Midi Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 20
Projected to open December 20, 2026
Best months to book: January, March, December · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 20
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
27cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Aiguille du Midi, located in Chamonix, France, is a renowned alpine destination offering access to the high-altitude world of Mont Blanc. The site features a cable car that transports visitors to 3,842 meters, providing panoramic views of the French, Swiss, and Italian Alps. Signature experiences include the “Step into the Void” glass skywalk and access to mountaineering routes, while amenities include viewing terraces, a café, and interpretive exhibits. The Aiguille du Midi stands out for its dramatic scenery and unique vantage point over Europe’s highest peaks.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Aiguille du Midi
Lifts
5
Longest run
24 km / 14.9 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Bar du Moulin – This stylish and intimate bar in Chamonix, near the Aiguille du Midi, is renowned for its creative cocktails, cozy ambiance, and regular live DJ sets, making it a favorite après-ski spot for both locals and visitors seeking a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:01 PM UTC
64cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-17%
vs 5-Year Avg
77cm avg by now
+56%
vs 30-Year Avg
41cm avg by now
77cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 64.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~63.9 cm. That's 17% below the 5-year average (77 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 56% above the 30-year average (41 cm).
Aiguille du Midi Season Snowfall
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Aiguille du Midi Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 664cm with an average of 92 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 35% above this average (897cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 90cm | 12 days | 154cm | 193cm | 20cm |
| December | 114cm | 13 days | 222cm | 268cm | 23cm |
| January | 104cm | 13 days | 293cm | 412cm | 21cm |
| February | 84cm | 11 days | 301cm | 336cm | 18cm |
| March | 85cm | 12 days | 313cm | 343cm | 18cm |
| April | 62cm | 10 days | 306cm | 335cm | 14cm |
| May | 49cm | 8 days | 185cm | 300cm | 13cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 20, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Aiguille du Midi
- Where is Aiguille du Midi?
- Aiguille du Midi is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Aiguille du Midi?
- Aiguille du Midi runs from a base elevation of 1,035 m (3,396 ft) to a summit of 3,688 m (12,100 ft), giving a vertical drop of 809 m (2,654 ft).
- How big is Aiguille du Midi?
- Aiguille du Midi has 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Aiguille du Midi?
- Aiguille du Midi is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
