Dévoluy Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Dévoluy
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This is the Snow Forecast for Dévoluy, France for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 03:37 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 24cm 10in |
| Next 48 Hours | 42cm 16in |
| Next 7 Days | 43cm 17in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Dévoluy.
Forecast for today in Dévoluy
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
4cm to 28cm 2in to 11in New Snow
Light rain first, rain then light snow at altitude, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 03:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 38cm 15in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Dévoluy over the next 2 days.
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Dévoluy Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 200cm 79in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Last Snow | 5cm 2in of Snow - 2 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Dévoluy was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Dévoluy 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | NE F3 | W F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | ||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | 0℃ 32°F
 +28cm +11in
| -4℃ 25°F
+14cm +5in
| 4℃ 38°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
 +2cm +1in
| 4℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| SE F2 | NE F3 | W F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | |||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 3℃ 38°F
+24cm +10in
| -1℃ 31°F
+14cm +5in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| SE F2 | E F3 | SE F3 | SE F4 | ||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 7℃ 44°F
 +4cm +2in
| 5℃ 40°F
+7cm +3in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,219m 7,280ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | varying 2,079m 6,821ft | ||||
| Max Town | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 40°F | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 49°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 51°F | 10℃ 50°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 30°F | 4℃ 40°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 37°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Dévoluy Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
4cm to 28cm 2in to 11in New Snow
Light rain first, rain then light snow at altitude, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to resort level.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
7cm to 14cm 3in to 5in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then clear spells, light rain later.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,079m 6,821ft to 1,989m 6,526ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 51°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then light rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Dévoluy, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Dévoluy, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Dévoluy Snow Forecast updated at 03:37 BST, next update expected 09:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Dévoluy
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orcières-Merlette | 28cm 11in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| SuperDévoluy | 39cm 15in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| La Joue du Loup | 42cm 16in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Alpe du Grand Serre | 30cm 12in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes | 23cm 9in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Lus / La Jarjatte | 13cm 5in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Réallon | 8cm 3in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Ancelle | 8cm 3in | 8cm 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Dévoluy
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Dévoluy, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Dévoluy, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Dévoluy is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Dévoluy will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Dévoluy for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.