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Méribel Les Hauts Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Méribel Les Hauts Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 09:45 NZST

Snow Forecast for Méribel Les Hauts

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Méribel Les Hauts Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Méribel Les Hauts?

Méribel Les Hauts Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,275m)
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Forecast for today in Méribel Les Hauts

Max 7℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
18

up to 2cm New Snow

Light SnowLt DrizzleLt DrizzleLight Snow

Light snow, light drizzle, light snow at altitude later.

Snow Line from 2,400m to resort level (1,600m).

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

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Méribel Les Hauts 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Méribel Les Hauts from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Wind
2,950m
-2℃
Light Snow
+2cm
2℃
Cloud
5℃
Shwrs
9℃
Mixed
10℃
Clear
10℃
Fair
8℃
Cloud
2,275m
2℃
Light Snow
+1cm
6℃
Cloud
10℃
Shwrs
14℃
Mixed
15℃
Clear
14℃
Fair
12℃
Cloud
1,600m
7℃
Light Snow
10℃
Cloud
14℃
Lt Drizzle
18℃
Mixed
19℃
Clear
19℃
Shwrs
14℃
Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,400m
to 1,600m

Max Town7℃10℃14℃18℃19℃19℃14℃
Min Town0℃-1℃4℃-1℃4℃4℃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 Les Hauts

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Méribel Les Hauts
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Les Arcs3cm 4cm
Tignes3cm 4cm
Courchevel3cm 3cm
La Plagne3cm 3cm
Les Menuires2cm 3cm
Méribel Mottaret2cm 3cm
Val Thorens2cm 3cm
Val d'Isère2cm 3cm

Snow Reliability

Méribel Les Hauts typically enjoys a reliable snow cover, with average snow depths ranging from 100 to 200 cm throughout the season. For the latest on snow conditions and updates, make sure to check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Méribel Les Hauts

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