Les Menuires Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 10 May 2026 12:44 UTC
Snow Forecast for Les Menuires
Snow and Weather from 10 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Les Menuires Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Les Menuires?
| Next Snow Expected | 11 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 32cm 13in |
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Forecast for today in Les Menuires
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
10
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Light drizzle, light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,942m 9,652ft to 2,265m 7,431ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Les Menuires are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sun 10 | Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,200m 10,499ft | -2℃ 29°F
 +7cm +3in
| -5℃ 24°F
+14cm +5in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +6cm +2in
| -5℃ 23°F
 | -4℃ 25°F
+1cm +1in
| -11℃ 12°F
+10cm +4in
| -9℃ 15°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 2,525m 8,284ft | 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+10cm +4in
| -1℃ 31°F
+6cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+10cm +4in
| -5℃ 23°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 1,850m 6,070ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+4cm +2in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 44°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
+12cm +5in
| -1℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,942m 9,652ft | varying 2,358m 7,736ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 2,358m 7,736ft | varying 2,527m 8,291ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft |
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 5℃ 41°F | 6℃ 42°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | -1℃ 29°F | -1℃ 31°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 40°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | -5℃ 23°F | -4℃ 24°F | -4℃ 24°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.
Snow Forecast near Les Menuires
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Arcs | 24cm 9in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Val Thorens | 26cm 10in | 42cm 17in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 21cm 8in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Saint Martin de Belleville | 23cm 9in | 40cm 16in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 19cm 7in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| La Tania | 20cm 8in | 37cm 14in | |||||||
| Tignes | 19cm 7in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| The Three Valleys | 20cm 8in | 36cm 14in |
Snow Reliability
Les Menuires enjoys reliable snowfall, with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters in peak season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Menuires
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Menuires, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Menuires, 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 Les Menuires 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 Les Menuires 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 Les Menuires 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.