Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes
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This is the Snow Forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes, Switzerland for 16 days from 22 February.
Updated 21 February 2025 18:43 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 25 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Salvan - Les Marécottes.
Forecast for today in Salvan - Les Marécottes
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Salvan - Les Marécottes has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Report
Snow report from Avoriaz (13 miles from Salvan - Les Marécottes)
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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Salvan - Les Marécottes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 7,218ft | 34°F
| 32°F
| 35°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 26°F
 +3in
| 17°F
+1in
| 22°F
|
| 5,413ft | 41°F
| 38°F
| 42°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 30°F
+3in
| 26°F
 +1in
| 32°F
|
| 3,609ft | 49°F
| 45°F
| 46°F
| 43°F
| 35°F
| 34°F
| 36°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,246ft | varying 4,229ft | 3,609ft | ||||
| Max Town | 49°F | 45°F | 46°F | 43°F | 35°F | 34°F | 36°F |
| Min Town | 42°F | 40°F | 33°F | 35°F | 29°F | 27°F | 22°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.
Salvan - Les Marécottes 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
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
24
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 5,246ft to 4,491ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
up to 3in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, light snow then light snow at altitude, fair later.
Snow Line from 4,229ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow first, clear spells then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes, Switzerland 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes, 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.
Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Forecast updated at 18:43 PST, next update expected 00:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Salvan - Les Marécottes
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Salvan - Les Marécottes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Salvan - Les Marécottes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Salvan - Les Marécottes, 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes 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 Salvan - Les Marécottes 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.