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Méribel Mottaret Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Méribel Mottaret Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 11:44 AEST

Snow Forecast for Méribel Mottaret

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Méribel Mottaret Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Méribel Mottaret?

Méribel Mottaret Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,350m)
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Forecast for today in Méribel Mottaret

Max 5℃
Min -3℃

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 5℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
18

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudLight SnowLt DrizzleFair

Cloudy first, light snow at altitude then light drizzle, fair later.

Snow Line from 2,335m to 1,981m, with rain below.

Forecast times for Méribel Mottaret are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Méribel Mottaret from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Wind
2,950m
-3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-1℃
Cloud
2℃
Mixed
5℃
Cloud
6℃
Fair
8℃
Clear
6℃
Light Snow
2,350m
1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
2℃
Cloud
5℃
Mixed
9℃
Cloud
10℃
Fair
11℃
Clear
10℃
Lt Drizzle
1,750m
5℃
Light Snow
8℃
Cloud
12℃
Fair
17℃
Cloud
18℃
Shwrs
18℃
Shwrs
14℃
Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,335m
to 1,981m

varying 2,550m
to 2,381m

2,765m

Max Town5℃8℃12℃17℃18℃18℃14℃
Min Town-3℃-4℃4℃-3℃4℃5℃6℃

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 Méribel Mottaret

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Méribel Mottaret
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Tignes6cm 7cm
Val d'Isère6cm 7cm
La Plagne5cm 6cm
Les Arcs6cm 6cm
Courchevel4cm 4cm
Les Menuires1cm 2cm
Méribel2cm 2cm
Méribel Centre2cm 2cm

Snow Reliability

Méribel Mottaret typically sees a snow depth of around 250 cm at peak season, with consistent snowfall throughout the winter. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski for reliable information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Méribel Mottaret

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Méribel Mottaret, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Méribel Mottaret, 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 Méribel Mottaret 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 Méribel Mottaret 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 Méribel Mottaret 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.