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Le Mont-Dore Snow Forecast - 20th March 2026

Le Mont-Dore Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 07:41 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Le Mont-Dore

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Avalanche Risk

1Avalanche Risk Level 1

Low Risk

Le Mont-Dore Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Le Mont-Dore?

Le Mont-Dore Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,560m)
Next Snow Expected25 March
Next Snow Amount6cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days15cm
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Forecast for today in Le Mont-Dore

Max 11℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
20

Snow unlikely

ClearClearMixedClear

Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Le Mont-Dore are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Le Mont-Dore from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
20
Sat
21
Sun
22
Mon
23
Tue
24
Wed
25
Thu
26
WindNE F2NE F2W F4NW F3
1,890m
6℃
Clear
6℃
Clear
1℃
Light Snow
3℃
Cloud
6℃
Cloud
-2℃
Snow
+6cm
-7℃
Snow
+5cm
NE F2NE F2W F4NW F3
1,560m
8℃
Clear
8℃
Clear
3℃
Light Snow
5℃
Cloud
8℃
Cloud
0℃
Snow
+6cm
-4℃
Snow
+5cm
NE F2NE F2W F4NW F3
1,230m
11℃
Clear
10℃
Clear
6℃
Lt Drizzle
8℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
3℃
Snow
+4cm
-2℃
Snow
+5cm
Snow Line

1,553m

varying 1,399m
to 1,230m

1,230m

Max Town11℃10℃6℃8℃10℃3℃-2℃
Min Town0℃0℃0℃-1℃0℃-3℃-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.

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Snow Forecast near Le Mont-Dore

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Le Mont-Dore
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Chambon des Neiges-16cm
La Bourboule-16cm
Chastreix-Sancy-13cm

Snow Reliability

Le Mont-Dore typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 120 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Le Mont-Dore

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