Méribel Les Hauts Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Méribel Les Hauts
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This is the Snow Forecast for Méribel Les Hauts, France for 15 days from 3 January.
Updated 02 January 2025 06:35 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 3 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 10in |
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Forecast for today in Méribel Les Hauts
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, clear spells then cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
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Updated 02 January 2025 18:40 PST
Powder Possible :- 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Méribel Les Hauts over the next 2 days.
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Méribel Les Hauts Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 59in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 24in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Last Snow | |
| 10in of Snow - 24 December | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Méribel was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Méribel Les Hauts 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | Wed 08 | Thu 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | ||||||
| 9,678ft | 16°F
 +2in
| 22°F
 +2in
| 33°F
| 28°F
| 22°F
+2in
| 22°F
+2in
| 22°F
+1in
|
| SE F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 7,464ft | 24°F
+2in
| 30°F
+2in
| 41°F
| 36°F
| 30°F
+2in
| 28°F
+1in
| 28°F
+1in
|
| 5,249ft | 30°F
+2in
| 35°F
| 47°F
 | 44°F
| 37°F
 +2in
| 34°F
+1in
| 37°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,249ft | varying 6,558ft | varying 7,674ft | varying 5,541ft | varying 6,001ft | varying 5,771ft | |
| Max Town | 30°F | 35°F | 47°F | 44°F | 37°F | 34°F | 37°F |
| Min Town | 20°F | 21°F | 35°F | 38°F | 28°F | 28°F | 20°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 base | Snow to base | Snow to 6,624ft | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Méribel Les Hauts.
Méribel Les Hauts 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
2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, clear spells then cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
up to 2in New Snow
Fair first, cloudy then light snow, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,558ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
New Snow
Light rain, clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 7,674ft to 6,624ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
07
2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 5,541ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
08
1in to 2in New Snow
Snow showers, light snow, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,001ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
09
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 5,771ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Méribel Les Hauts, 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 Méribel Les Hauts, 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.
Méribel Les Hauts Snow Forecast updated at 06:35 PST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Méribel Les Hauts
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Méribel Les Allues | 4in | 23in | |||||||
| Les Menuires | 4in | 23in | |||||||
| Méribel Village | 4in | 23in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 7in | 23in | |||||||
| Méribel Mottaret | 5in | 22in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 4in | 21in | |||||||
| Méribel | 4in | 22in | |||||||
| Méribel Centre | 4in | 21in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Méribel Les Hauts
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Méribel Les Hauts, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Méribel Les Hauts, 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 Méribel Les Hauts 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 Méribel Les Hauts 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 Méribel Les Hauts 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.