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Megève Resort Guide
Projected to open December 14, 2026
Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 14
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 25
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
32cm
7-Day Forecast
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Resort Guide
Megève is a renowned ski resort located in the French Alps, offering a blend of traditional alpine charm and modern amenities. The resort features an extensive ski area with varied terrain suitable for all levels, picturesque village streets, and a vibrant après-ski scene. Signature experiences include scenic mountain dining, luxury accommodations, and access to a wide range of winter activities beyond skiing, such as snowshoeing and wellness facilities. Megève stands out for its elegant atmosphere, historic character, and panoramic views of Mont Blanc.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Megève
Lifts
61
Longest run
7 km / 4.35 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola8
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed 619
- High-speed quad3
- Quad chair4
- Triple chair2
- Double chair2
- Surface lift60
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
La Folie Douce Megève – Renowned for its energetic après-ski scene, this slope-side venue offers live music, DJ performances, and a festive open-air terrace, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers seeking a vibrant party atmosphere after a day on the mountain.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:05 PM UTC
27cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+70%
vs 5-Year Avg
16cm avg by now
+94%
vs 30-Year Avg
14cm avg by now
16cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 27.2 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~27.2 cm. That's 70% above the 5-year average (16 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 94% above the 30-year average (14 cm).
Megève Season Snowfall
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Megève Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 488cm with an average of 69 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 37% above this average (668cm 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 | 65cm | 10 days | 35cm | 71cm | 16cm |
| December | 96cm | 12 days | 99cm | 141cm | 19cm |
| January | 94cm | 12 days | 149cm | 188cm | 20cm |
| February | 76cm | 11 days | 182cm | 215cm | 17cm |
| March | 70cm | 10 days | 195cm | 224cm | 16cm |
| April | 43cm | 7 days | 183cm | 212cm | 12cm |
| May | 19cm | 4 days | 119cm | 169cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
36 days scored, from 22 Feb
54
Best Day
27 Mar
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4722 Feb1cm
- 4323 Feb
- 2924 Feb
March 2026
- 5427 Mar4cm
- 4728 Mar
- 4614 Mar4cm
March scored highest for Megève in 2025-26. Based on 36 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 14, 2026
Through Mar 30, 2027
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 Megève
- Where is Megève?
- Megève is a ski resort in France.
- How high is Megève?
- Megève runs from a base elevation of 1,113 m (3,652 ft) to a summit of 2,014 m (6,608 ft), giving a vertical drop of 901 m (2,956 ft).
- How big is Megève?
- Megève has 228 marked runs and 61 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Megève?
- Megève is on the Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Megève?
- Megève typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Megève get in a typical season?
- Megève averages 133 inches / 337 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
