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Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes Snow Forecast - 20th March 2026

Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 05:46 AEDT

Snow Forecast for Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes?

Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,631m)
Next Snow Expected22 March
Next Snow Amount7cm
Next 48 Hours7cm
Next 7 Days8cm
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Forecast for today in Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes

Max 10℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
20

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Forecast times for Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
20		Sat
21		Sun
22		Mon
23		Tue
24		Wed
25		Thu
26
Wind
2,001m
2℃
Clear
2℃
Clear
-3℃
Snow
+7cm
1℃
Clear
2℃
Mixed
1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-7℃
Light Snow
+1cm
1,631m
5℃
Clear
4℃
Clear
0℃
Snow
+7cm
3℃
Clear
4℃
Mixed
4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
NW F2
1,260m
10℃
Clear
9℃
Cloud
2℃
Snow
+4cm
7℃
Clear
9℃
Mixed
9℃
Clear
0℃
Fair
+1cm
Snow Line

varying 1,368m
to 1,260m

1,260m

varying 1,783m
to 1,260m

1,260m

Max Town10℃9℃2℃7℃9℃9℃0℃
Min Town0℃0℃-2℃-5℃-1℃-3℃-4℃

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 Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Dévoluy9cm 19cm
La Joue du Loup9cm 19cm
SuperDévoluy9cm 19cm
Les Orres11cm 16cm
Puy Saint Vincent9cm 16cm
Vars8cm 9cm
Risoul6cm 7cm

Snow Reliability

Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 40-100 cm. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes

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