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 June.
Updated 26 June 2025 13:38 BST.
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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 20℃ 68°F
Min 12℃ 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, rain showers then fair, clear sky later.
Orcières-Merlette has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Orcières-Merlette Snow Report
Snow report from Les Deux Alpes (near Orcières-Merlette)
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Orcières-Merlette 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 2,730m 8,957ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 19℃ 65°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 20℃ 68°F
| 19℃ 66°F
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| SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,290m 7,513ft | 16℃ 60°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 23℃ 74°F
| 24℃ 74°F
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| 1,850m 6,070ft | 20℃ 68°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 20℃ 67°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 20℃ 68°F | 22℃ 72°F | 21℃ 70°F | 21℃ 70°F | 18℃ 65°F | 19℃ 66°F | 20℃ 67°F |
| Min Town | 12℃ 53°F | 11℃ 52°F | 14℃ 56°F | 15℃ 58°F | 13℃ 55°F | 12℃ 54°F | 12℃ 54°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 20℃ 68°F
Min 12℃ 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, rain showers then fair, clear sky later.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Max 21℃ 70°F
Min 14℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 21℃ 70°F
Min 15℃ 58°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ 58°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 13℃ 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 55°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 12℃ 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 54°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then rain showers, fair later.
Max 20℃ 67°F
Min 12℃ 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 54°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
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 13:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
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.