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 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 04 May 2025 21:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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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 45°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain showers then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 8,363ft to 7,018ft, with rain below.
Orcières-Merlette is reporting “Fresh Snow” with 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Orcières-Merlette Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
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Orcières-Merlette 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 8,957ft | 35°F
 +1in
| 36°F
 | 33°F
+2in
| 36°F
| 35°F
| 38°F
| 37°F
 |
| 7,513ft | 40°F
| 41°F
| 36°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 39°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
|
| 6,070ft | 45°F
| 47°F
| 37°F
| 42°F
| 41°F
| 52°F
| 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,363ft | varying 7,346ft | varying 6,493ft | varying 6,755ft | |||
| Max Town | 45°F | 47°F | 37°F | 42°F | 41°F | 52°F | 52°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 36°F | 32°F | 31°F | 33°F | 34°F | 35°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 45°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain showers then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 8,363ft to 7,018ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 7,346ft to 7,313ft, with rain below.
Max 37°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 2in New Snow
Fog, clear spells, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,493ft to 6,099ft, with rain below.
Max 42°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fog later.
Max 41°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then cloudy, fair later.
Max 52°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 52°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then rain showers, cloudy later.
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 21:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Orcières-Merlette
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Deux Alpes | 9in | 16in | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 4in | 5in | |||||||
| Les Orres | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Risoul | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Vars | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| La Joue du Loup | 1in | 1in |
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.