Menthières Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Menthières
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This is the Snow Forecast for Menthières, France for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 19:38 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Menthières.
Forecast for today in Menthières
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,359m 4,459ft to 1,189m 3,901ft , with rain below.
Menthières has 1cm - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Menthières Snow Report
Snow report from Vars (near Menthières)
| Upper Snow Depths | 70cm 28in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Vars was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Menthières 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F3 | |||||
| 1,534m 5,033ft | 5℃ 42°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 11℃ 51°F
 | 5℃ 42°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 1,292m 4,239ft | 7℃ 44°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 44°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,359m 4,459ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 8℃ 47°F | 14℃ 57°F | 9℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 12℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 28°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 36°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.
Menthières 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 8℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,359m 4,459ft to 1,189m 3,901ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, cloudy later.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, thunderstorms, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Menthières, 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 Menthières, 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.
Menthières Snow Forecast updated at 19:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Menthières
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vars | 30cm 12in | 34cm 14in | |||||||
| Lelex | 10cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille | 10cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Lamoura | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Prémanon | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Les Plans d'Hotonnes | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Menthières
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Menthières, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Menthières, 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 Menthières 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 Menthières 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 Menthières 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.