La Poya (Chamonix)

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Location
Chamonix Valley, France, The Alps
Coordinates
46.017160, 6.915699
Area
2 km²

Resort Stats

Top Elevation
1501m
Bottom Elevation
1347m
Vertical Drop
154m
Total Piste
2.1 km
Easy Runs
4
Intermediate Runs
2
Advanced Runs
1
Lifts
2

Weather & Climate in La Poya (Chamonix)

The warmest temperatures in La Poya (Chamonix) occur in July, averaging 12.7°C (up to 18.3°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -6.8°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in January with average rainfall of 73.5mm. Average humidity: 72.3%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -6.8°C (rainfall: 73.5mm)
  • February: -3.6°C (rainfall: 82.0mm)
  • March: -2.1°C (rainfall: 80.6mm)
  • April: 1.0°C (rainfall: 89.1mm)
  • May: 6.0°C (rainfall: 143.0mm)
  • June: 10.8°C (rainfall: 124.8mm)
  • July: 12.7°C (rainfall: 124.2mm)
  • August: 12.3°C (rainfall: 155.6mm)
  • September: 8.3°C (rainfall: 102.3mm)
  • October: 4.4°C (rainfall: 129.6mm)
  • November: -1.5°C (rainfall: 79.7mm)
  • December: -5.6°C (rainfall: 108.1mm)

Recommended Packing List for La Poya (Chamonix)

Based on average temperature of 3.0°C, typical conditions, humidity 75%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 3°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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