Lus / La Jarjatte Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Lus / La Jarjatte
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Lus / La Jarjatte, France for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 09:35 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 17cm 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 17cm 7in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Lus / La Jarjatte.
Forecast for today in Lus / La Jarjatte
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Rain early, then light rain later.
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Updated 16 April 2025 10:36 BST
Powder Possible :- 10cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Lus / La Jarjatte over the next 2 days.
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Lus / La Jarjatte Snow Report
Snow report from Dévoluy ( 10km 6 miles from Lus / La Jarjatte)
| 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. | |
Lus / La Jarjatte 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | N F4 | SE F2 | SE F3 | SE F4 | NW F2 | |
| 1,510m 4,954ft | 6℃ 44°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 +17cm +7in
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 10℃ 51°F
 | 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
|
| NE F3 | SE F3 | SE F4 | N F2 | ||||
| 1,325m 4,347ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 +10cm +4in
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| NE F3 | SE F2 | SE F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,140m 3,740ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 13℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 14℃ 58°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,339m 4,393ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 9℃ 48°F | 4℃ 40°F | 11℃ 51°F | 14℃ 56°F | 13℃ 54°F | 13℃ 55°F | 14℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 36°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 40°F | 2℃ 35°F | 7℃ 44°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.
Lus / La Jarjatte 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 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Rain early, then light rain later.
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 17cm up to 7in New Snow
Rain showers, snow at altitude, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,339m 4,393ft to 1,149m 3,770ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.
Max 13℃ 54°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then clear spells, fair later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Lus / La Jarjatte, 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 Lus / La Jarjatte, 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.
Lus / La Jarjatte Snow Forecast updated at 09:35 BST, next update expected 15:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Lus / La Jarjatte
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SuperDévoluy | 45cm 18in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Dévoluy | 42cm 16in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Alpe du Grand Serre | 39cm 16in | 40cm 16in | |||||||
| La Joue du Loup | 35cm 14in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Col de Rousset | 8cm 3in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Chaillol | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lus / La Jarjatte
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lus / La Jarjatte, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lus / La Jarjatte, 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 Lus / La Jarjatte 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 Lus / La Jarjatte 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 Lus / La Jarjatte 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.