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Orcières-Merlette Snow Forecast - 13th March 2025

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Orcières-Merlette Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Orcières-Merlette

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Orcières-Merlette, France for 15 days from 13 March.

Updated 12 March 2025 15:33 PDT.

Orcières-Merlette Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected13 March
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours9in
Next 7 Days16in
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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 29°F
Min 23°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 23°F and not getting above 29°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
13

1in to 2in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsCloudLt Snow ShwrsCloud

Light snow showers first, cloudy then light snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Powder Alert!

Updated 13 March 2025 01:39 PDT

Powder Possible :- 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Orcières-Merlette over the next 2 days.

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Orcières-Merlette is reporting "Fresh Snow".

Orcières-Merlette Snow Report

Orcières-Merlette Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths65in
Lower Snow Depths26in
Snow ConditionsFresh Snow
Pistes Open44 Trails

Orcières-Merlette 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Orcières-Merlette from OpenMeteo
Thu
13
Fri
14
Sat
15
Sun
16
Mon
17
Tue
18
Wed
19
WindSW F2SE F3SE F3
8,957ft
19°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
22°F
Snow
+2in
24°F
Snow
+6in
20°F
Mixed
23°F
Fair
19°F
Light Snow
+1in
23°F
Light Snow
+5in
SW F2NE F2NE F3
7,513ft
24°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
26°F
Snow
+2in
28°F
Snow
+5in
24°F
Mixed
28°F
Fair
24°F
Light Snow
+1in
27°F
Light Snow
+4in
NE F2NE F2
6,070ft
29°F
Snow
+2in
33°F
Snow
+3in
29°F
Snow
+5in
25°F
Light Snow
30°F
Clear
32°F
Light Snow
32°F
Light Snow
+3in
Snow Line

6,070ft

6,070ft

6,070ft

6,070ft

6,070ft

6,070ft

6,070ft

Max Town29°F33°F29°F25°F30°F32°F32°F
Min Town23°F24°F23°F19°F19°F22°F26°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 29°F
Min 23°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 23°F and not getting above 29°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
13

1in to 2in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsCloudLt Snow ShwrsCloud

Light snow showers first, cloudy then light snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 33°F
Min 24°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 24°F to daytime highs around 33°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
14

2in to 3in New Snow

CloudCloudSnowLight Snow

Cloudy, snow showers, light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 29°F
Min 23°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 23°F and not getting above 29°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
15

5in to 6in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsSnowLight SnowFog

Light snow showers first, heavy snow showers then light snow, fog later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 25°F
Min 19°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 19°F and not getting above 25°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
16

New Snow

FogCloudLight SnowMixed

Fog first, cloudy then light snow, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 30°F
Min 19°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 19°F and not getting above 30°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
17

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudMixed

Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.

Max 32°F
Min 22°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 32°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
18

up to 1in New Snow

FairMixedLight SnowMixed

Fair first, clear spells then light snow, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 32°F
Min 26°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 26°F to daytime highs around 32°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
19

3in to 5in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLight SnowLt Snow Shwrs

Light snow early, then light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

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 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.

Orcières-Merlette Snow Forecast updated at 15:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Orcières-Merlette

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Orcières-Merlette
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrThuFriSatSunMonTueWed 7 Day
La Joue du Loup6in 7in
Les Deux Alpes6in 7in
Vars6in 6in
Les Orres5in 5in
Risoul5in 5in
Puy Saint Vincent4in 4in
Serre Chevalier3in 4in

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.