Molines en Queyras Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Molines en Queyras
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This is the Snow Forecast for Molines en Queyras, France for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 00:32 AEST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 43cm |
| Next 7 Days | 55cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Molines en Queyras.
Forecast for today in Molines en Queyras
Max 11℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 5cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light snow showers at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,459m to 1,839m, with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 06:38 AEST
Powder Possible :- 35cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Molines en Queyras over the next 2 days.
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Risoul (19km from Molines en Queyras) is reporting "Spring Snow".
Molines en Queyras Snow Report
Snow report from Risoul (19km from Molines en Queyras)
| Upper Snow Depths | 120cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 60cm |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| 10cm of Snow - 23 March | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Risoul was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Molines en Queyras 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | NE F3 | E F2 | ||||
| 2,850m | 3℃
+5cm
| -1℃
 +11cm
| 0℃
+26cm
| 1℃
+4cm
| 2℃
| -2℃
+8cm
| 2℃
|
| 2,300m | 6℃
+5cm
| 3℃
 +9cm
| 3℃
+21cm
| 5℃
+4cm
| 5℃
| 1℃
+8cm
| 7℃
|
| 1,750m | 11℃
| 7℃
| 8℃
+3cm
| 8℃
| 10℃
 | 7℃
 | 11℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,459m | varying 2,279m | varying 2,609m | varying 2,009m | varying 2,229m | varying 2,179m | 2,019m |
| Max Town | 11℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ | 8℃ | 10℃ | 7℃ | 11℃ |
| Min Town | 2℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 2℃ |
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.
Molines en Queyras 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 11℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 5cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light snow showers at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,459m to 1,839m, with rain below.
Max 7℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 11cm New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,279m to 1,819m, with rain below.
Max 8℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
3cm to 26cm New Snow
Snow showers, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,609m to resort level.
Max 8℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 4cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,009m to 1,939m, with rain below.
Max 10℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 8cm New Snow
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,179m to 1,999m, with rain below.
Max 11℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Molines en Queyras, 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 Molines en Queyras, on any given piste 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.
Molines en Queyras Snow Forecast updated at 00:32 AEST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Molines en Queyras
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauze d'Oulx | 45cm | 70cm | |||||||
| Sestrière | 51cm | 72cm | |||||||
| Les Orres | 35cm | 44cm | |||||||
| Montgenèvre | 31cm | 37cm | |||||||
| Puy Saint Vincent | 26cm | 37cm | |||||||
| Serre Chevalier | 28cm | 36cm | |||||||
| Risoul | 27cm | 32cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Molines en Queyras
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Molines en Queyras, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Molines en Queyras, 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 Molines en Queyras 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 Molines en Queyras 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 Molines en Queyras 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.