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 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 05:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 17in |
| Next 7 Days | 18in |
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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
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 5,738ft to 4,327ft, with rain below.
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Updated 15 April 2025 18:36 PDT
Powder Possible :- 15in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Salvan - Les Marécottes over the next 2 days.
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Salvan - Les Marécottes Snow Report
Snow report from Avoriaz (13 miles from Salvan - Les Marécottes)
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Salvan - Les Marécottes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
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| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 7,218ft | 37°F
 +5in
| 31°F
 +12in
| 39°F
| 45°F
| 39°F
| 45°F
| 43°F
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| 5,413ft | 44°F
 +5in
| 34°F
+10in
| 46°F
 | 52°F
| 53°F
 | 50°F
| 52°F
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| 3,609ft | 49°F
| 39°F
+4in
| 51°F
| 59°F
 | 55°F
| 54°F
| 54°F
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| Snow Line | varying 5,738ft | varying 5,804ft | varying 5,180ft | ||||
| Max Town | 49°F | 39°F | 51°F | 59°F | 55°F | 54°F | 54°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 33°F | 37°F | 42°F | 44°F | 43°F | 37°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.
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 5,738ft to 4,327ft, with rain below.
Max 39°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
4in to 12in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 5,804ft to resort level.
Max 51°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
New Snow
Light rain first, cloudy then clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,180ft to 4,918ft, with rain below.
Max 59°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 55°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, thunderstorms, light rain later.
Max 54°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 54°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fog, 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 05:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
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.