Le Grand Domaine Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Le Grand Domaine
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This is the Snow Forecast for Le Grand Domaine, France for 15 days from 5 January.
Updated 04 January 2025 22:38 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm4in |
| Next 7 Days | 87cm34in |
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Forecast for today in Le Grand Domaine
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain showers first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,339m7,674ft to 2,179m7,149ft, with rain below.
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Updated 05 January 2025 06:39 GMT
Powder Possible :- 21cm8in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Le Grand Domaine over the next 3 days.
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Le Grand Domaine Snow Report
Snow report from Méribel (11km7 miles from Le Grand Domaine)
| Upper Snow Depths | 185cm73in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 95cm37in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Last Snow | 80cm31in of Snow - 3 January |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Méribel was reported as 4 (High) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Le Grand Domaine 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | Wed 08 | Thu 09 | Fri 10 | Sat 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||
| 2,550m8,366ft | 2℃35°F
+1cm
| 1℃34°F
 +8cm+3in
| -6℃22°F
+1cm
| 1℃33°F
+20cm+8in
| -3℃27°F
 +23cm+9in
| -4℃24°F
+1cm
| -2℃28°F
+32cm+13in
|
| SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 1,900m6,234ft | 6℃43°F
| 6℃42°F
+8cm+3in
| -2℃28°F
+1cm
| 4℃39°F
+12cm+5in
| 1℃33°F
+28cm+11in
| -1℃31°F
+1cm
| 1℃34°F
+19cm+8in
|
| 1,250m4,101ft | 9℃48°F
| 8℃46°F
| 1℃34°F
| 8℃45°F
| 4℃39°F
 | 0℃33°F
| 3℃38°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,339m7,674ft | varying 1,569m5,148ft | varying 1,309m4,295ft | varying 2,199m7,215ft | varying 1,849m6,066ft | 1,250m4,101ft | varying 2,089m6,854ft |
| Max Town | 9℃48°F | 8℃46°F | 1℃34°F | 8℃45°F | 4℃39°F | 0℃33°F | 3℃38°F |
| Min Town | 4℃40°F | 1℃33°F | -1℃29°F | 2℃35°F | -1℃31°F | -2℃29°F | 0℃33°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.
Snow Forecast at a glance
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to base | Snow to 1,269m4,163ft | Snow to base | Snow to base |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Le Grand Domaine.
Le Grand Domaine 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain showers first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,339m7,674ft to 2,179m7,149ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
06
up to 8cmup to 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,569m5,148ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
07
up to 1cm New Snow
Snow showers, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,309m4,295ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
08
up to 20cmup to 8in New Snow
Snow at altitude first, rain then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,199m7,215ft to 1,269m4,163ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
09
up to 23cmup to 9in New Snow
Rain showers, snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,849m6,066ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
10
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
11
up to 32cmup to 13in New Snow
Light snow first, rain then light rain showers, snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,089m6,854ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Le Grand Domaine, 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 Le Grand Domaine, 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.
Le Grand Domaine Snow Forecast updated at 22:38 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Le Grand Domaine
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valmorel | 11cm5in | 97cm38in | |||||||
| Doucy-Combelouvière | 11cm4in | 95cm38in | |||||||
| St François Longchamp | 10cm4in | 95cm38in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 8cm3in | 84cm33in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 8cm3in | 78cm31in | |||||||
| Méribel | 9cm4in | 75cm30in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 8cm3in | 74cm29in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 9cm4in | 73cm29in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Grand Domaine
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Le Grand Domaine, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Le Grand Domaine, 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 Le Grand Domaine is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Le Grand Domaine 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 Le Grand Domaine 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.