Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes
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This is the Snow Forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes, Switzerland for 15 days from 3 January.
Updated 02 January 2025 18:31 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 3 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm2in |
| Next 7 Days | 53cm21in |
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Forecast for today in Salvan - Les Marécottes
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
4cm1in to 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Salvan - Les Marécottes has 5cm2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Report
Snow report from Avoriaz (20km13 miles from Salvan - Les Marécottes)
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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Salvan - Les Marécottes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | Wed 08 | Thu 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F3 | SE F2 | SW F3 | S F3 | W F3 | |
| 2,200m7,218ft | -5℃23°F
 +4cm+2in
| 1℃33°F
 +1cm
| 6℃42°F
 | 2℃36°F
+4cm+1in
| -4℃26°F
 +6cm+2in
| -2℃29°F
+23cm+9in
| -2℃29°F
+13cm+5in
|
| 1,650m5,413ft | -2℃29°F
+4cm+2in
| 3℃37°F
| 9℃48°F
| 4℃39°F
+3cm+1in
| -1℃31°F
+4cm+2in
| 0℃31°F
| 1℃33°F
+5cm+2in
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 1,100m3,609ft | 0℃31°F
+4cm+1in
| 3℃37°F
| 8℃46°F
| 6℃42°F
| 2℃35°F
+1cm
| 5℃41°F
| 5℃42°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,100m3,609ft | varying 1,989m6,526ft | varying 1,839m6,033ft | varying 1,259m4,131ft | varying 1,939m6,362ft | varying 1,809m5,935ft | |
| Max Town | 0℃31°F | 3℃37°F | 8℃46°F | 6℃42°F | 2℃35°F | 5℃41°F | 5℃42°F |
| Min Town | -6℃21°F | -8℃18°F | 3℃37°F | 2℃35°F | -1℃30°F | -1℃29°F | -4℃24°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
| Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to resort | Snow to 1,919m6,296ft | Snow to 1,349m4,426ft | Snow to resort | Snow to 1,159m3,802ft | Snow to resort |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Salvan - Les Marécottes.
Salvan - Les Marécottes 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
Fri
03
4cm1in to 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,989m6,526ft to 1,919m6,296ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
05
Snow unlikely
Light rain early, then clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
06
up to 4cmup to 1in New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,839m6,033ft to 1,349m4,426ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
07
1cm to 6cmup to 2in New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,259m4,131ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
08
up to 23cmup to 9in New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow at altitude then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,939m6,362ft to 1,159m3,802ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
09
1cm to 13cmup to 5in New Snow
Light rain first, light snow then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,809m5,935ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes, Switzerland 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes, 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.
Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Forecast updated at 18:31 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Salvan - Les Marécottes
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Salvan - Les Marécottes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Salvan - Les Marécottes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Salvan - Les Marécottes, 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes 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.