Les Karellis Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Karellis
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Karellis, France for 15 days from 26 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 05:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Karellis.
Forecast for today in Les Karellis
Max 45°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Les Karellis is reporting “Spring Snow” with 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Karellis Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 71in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Les Karellis was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Les Karellis 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | SW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 8,366ft | 32°F
| 37°F
 | 32°F
 +2in
| 22°F
 +3in
| 30°F
 | 38°F
| 44°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 6,808ft | 38°F
| 41°F
| 37°F
+2in
| 25°F
+3in
| 33°F
| 45°F
| 49°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 5,249ft | 45°F
| 48°F
| 45°F
+1in
| 31°F
+2in
| 40°F
| 52°F
| 56°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,249ft | 5,249ft | |||||
| Max Town | 45°F | 48°F | 45°F | 31°F | 40°F | 52°F | 56°F |
| Min Town | 34°F | 33°F | 30°F | 25°F | 25°F | 34°F | 39°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.
Les Karellis 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 45°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 48°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 45°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 31°F
Min 25°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 25°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
2in to 3in New Snow
Light snow first, light snow showers then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 40°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 52°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 56°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Les Karellis, 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 Les Karellis, on any given trail 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.
Les Karellis Snow Forecast updated at 05:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Les Karellis
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe d'Huez | 2in | 7in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 1in | 6in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Méribel | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| La Tania | - | 4in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 1in | 5in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Karellis
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Karellis, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Karellis, 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 Les Karellis 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 Les Karellis 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 Les Karellis 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.