Orcières-Merlette Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Orcières-Merlette
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This is the Snow Forecast for Orcières-Merlette, France for 16 days from 26 April.
Updated 26 April 2025 11:38 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 26 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Orcières-Merlette.
Forecast for today in Orcières-Merlette
Max 10℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,289m 7,510ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
Orcières-Merlette is reporting “Fresh Snow” with 8cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Orcières-Merlette Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
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Orcières-Merlette 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F2 | NE F2 | |||||
| 2,730m 8,957ft | 4℃ 39°F
 +7cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 42°F
 | 6℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
|
| NE F2 | E F2 | ||||||
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 7℃ 44°F
+7cm +3in
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 54°F
|
| 1,850m 6,070ft | 10℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 60°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,289m 7,510ft | varying 2,089m 6,854ft | |||||
| Max Town | 10℃ 51°F | 9℃ 49°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 10℃ 50°F | 14℃ 58°F | 16℃ 60°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F | 5℃ 40°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.
Orcières-Merlette 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 10℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,289m 7,510ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, rain showers then clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,089m 6,854ft to 1,969m 6,460ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then rain showers, cloudy 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
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, clear sky later.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Orcières-Merlette, 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 Orcières-Merlette, 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.
Orcières-Merlette Snow Forecast updated at 11:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Orcières-Merlette
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 4cm 1in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Les Orres | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Vars | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| La Joue du Loup | 4cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Risoul | 4cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Orcières-Merlette
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Orcières-Merlette, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Orcières-Merlette, 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 Orcières-Merlette 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 Orcières-Merlette 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 Orcières-Merlette 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.