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The Lecht Snow Forecast - 13th March 2025

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The Lecht Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for The Lecht

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This is the Snow Forecast for The Lecht, Scotland for 16 days from 13 March.

Updated 12 March 2025 21:35 PDT.

The Lecht Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected14 March
Next Snow Amount-
Next 48 Hours1in
Next 7 Days1in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Lecht.

Forecast for today in The Lecht

Max 34°F
Min 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
13

New Snow

MixedMixedMixedLight Snow

Clear spells early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

The Lecht has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

The Lecht Snow Report

The Lecht Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
-
Lower Snow Depths
-
Snow Conditions
-

The Lecht 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for The Lecht from OpenMeteo
Thu
13
Fri
14
Sat
15
Sun
16
Mon
17
Tue
18
Wed
19
WindNW F3NW F2SE F2SE F3
2,559ft
32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
38°F
Fair
41°F
Mixed
38°F
Mixed
37°F
Mixed
46°F
Cloud
NW F3NW F2SE F2SE F3
2,321ft
33°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
33°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
38°F
Fair
42°F
Mixed
39°F
Mixed
38°F
Mixed
47°F
Cloud
NW F3NW F2SE F2SE F3
2,083ft
34°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
39°F
Fair
43°F
Mixed
40°F
Mixed
39°F
Mixed
47°F
Cloud
Snow Line

2,083ft

2,083ft

Max Town34°F35°F39°F43°F40°F39°F47°F
Min Town28°F29°F28°F32°F32°F31°F29°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.

The Lecht 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 34°F
Min 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
13

New Snow

MixedMixedMixedLight Snow

Clear spells early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 35°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 35°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
14

New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowCloudClear

Light snow, cloudy, clear sky later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 39°F
Min 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
15

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudCloud

Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.

Max 43°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
16

Snow unlikely

FairFairMixedCloud

Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 40°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 40°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
17

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Max 39°F
Min 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
18

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudClearClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Max 47°F
Min 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
19

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudCloudCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for The Lecht, Scotland 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 The Lecht, 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.

The Lecht Snow Forecast updated at 21:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near The Lecht

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near The Lecht
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Cairngorm Mountain1in 1in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Lecht

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Lecht, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Lecht, 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 The Lecht 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 The Lecht 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 The Lecht 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.