Les Menuires Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 19 October 2026 00:43 PDT
Snow Forecast for Les Menuires
Snow and Weather from 19 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Les Menuires Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Les Menuires?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 24in |
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Forecast for today in Les Menuires
Max 54°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Forecast times for Les Menuires are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 10,499ft | 36°F
| 32°F
 | 26°F
+2in
| 24°F
 | 20°F
+4in
| 15°F
 +7in
| 24°F
+10in
|
| 8,284ft | 44°F
| 40°F
 | 34°F
+1in
| 31°F
| 28°F
+4in
| 23°F
+7in
| 32°F
+10in
|
| 6,070ft | 54°F
| 51°F
| 44°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 36°F
+4in
| 30°F
+8in
| 39°F
+8in
|
| Snow Line | varying 10,259ft | varying 8,694ft | 6,070ft | varying 6,575ft | 6,070ft | varying 7,382ft | |
| Max Town | 54°F | 51°F | 44°F | 41°F | 36°F | 30°F | 39°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 45°F | 31°F | 22°F | 29°F | 27°F | 29°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.
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Snow Forecast near Les Menuires
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Isère | 8in | 30in | |||||||
| Tignes | 4in | 30in | |||||||
| Arc 1950 | 4in | 19in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 4in | 29in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 5in | 18in | |||||||
| Le Corbier | 2in | 26in | |||||||
| The Three Valleys | 4in | 16in | |||||||
| Méribel | 2in | 26in |
How reliable is the snow in Les Menuires?
Les Menuires enjoys reliable snowfall, with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters in peak season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Menuires
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Menuires, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Menuires, 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 Menuires 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 Menuires 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 Menuires 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.