Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille
This is the Snow and Weather for Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille from 21 January.
Updated 20 January 2026 23:32 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 12cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 16cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 January 2026 05:35 UTC
Powder Possible :- 12cm 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille over the next 2 days.
Saint-Cergue ( 14km 8 miles from Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille) is reporting "hard / wet".*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille Snow Report
Snow report from Saint-Cergue ( 14km 8 miles from Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille)
| Upper Snow Depths | 8cm 3in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 5cm 2in |
| Snow Conditions | hard wet |
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| Last Snow | 11 January |
All runs are open, but only {0} of {1} lifts are running.
Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,680m 5,512ft | 0℃ 32°F
| -2℃ 27°F
 +2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+10cm +4in
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
| -8℃ 18°F
+2cm +1in
| -8℃ 17°F
|
| 1,290m 4,232ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+10cm +4in
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
| -5℃ 23°F
+2cm +1in
| -6℃ 22°F
|
| 900m 2,953ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 3℃ 36°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
+9cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
| -3℃ 27°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,054m 3,458ft | varying 1,208m 3,963ft | 900m 2,953ft | 900m 2,953ft | 900m 2,953ft | ||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 3℃ 36°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 29°F | -5℃ 24°F | -3℃ 26°F | -5℃ 24°F | -9℃ 16°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 Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint-Cergue | 14cm 5in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Bois d'Amont | 14cm 6in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Les Rousses | 14cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Prémanon | 14cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Lamoura | 14cm 5in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Bellevaux-Hirmentaz | 3cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Foncine Le Haut | 3cm 1in | 7cm 3in |
Snow Reliability
The resort enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths reaching up to 100 cm during peak season. For the latest updates on snowfall and conditions, check J2Ski for current information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille, 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 Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille 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 Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille 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 Mijoux-Lélex-La Faucille 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.