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.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9in |
| Next 7 Days | 16in |
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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
Light snow showers first, cloudy then light snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 12 March 2025 22:35 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
| Upper Snow Depths | 65in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 26in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
| Pistes Open | 48 Trails |
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||
| 8,957ft | 19°F
+1in
| 22°F
 +2in
| 24°F
+6in
| 20°F
 | 23°F
| 19°F
 +1in
| 23°F
+5in
|
| SW F2 | NE F2 | NE F3 | |||||
| 7,513ft | 24°F
+1in
| 26°F
+2in
| 28°F
+5in
| 24°F
| 28°F
| 24°F
+1in
| 27°F
+4in
|
| NE F2 | NE F2 | ||||||
| 6,070ft | 29°F
+2in
| 33°F
+3in
| 29°F
+5in
| 25°F
| 30°F
 | 32°F
| 32°F
+3in
|
| Snow Line | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft | 6,070ft |
| Max Town | 29°F | 33°F | 29°F | 25°F | 30°F | 32°F | 32°F |
| Min Town | 23°F | 24°F | 23°F | 19°F | 19°F | 22°F | 26°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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Joue du Loup | 8in | 8in | |||||||
| Les Deux Alpes | 6in | 8in | |||||||
| Risoul | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| Vars | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| Les Orres | 5in | 6in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 5in | 6in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 5in | 5in |
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.