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Meribel Snow Report & Forecast

Discover the latest Meribel snow conditions

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By Nye Erskine, Updated

March has begun with Meribel looking properly wintry above the tree line, while the village itself remains well covered and lively after the half term period. The slopes above La Chaudanne and up towards Tougnete and Saulire are holding a solid base, and the Three Valleys links are running smoothly. There is a sense now of the season maturing, with a deep foundation in place and conditions that feel settled rather than fragile.

Snow and Weather Summary

Current snow depths are around 80 to 100 cm at resort level at 1450 metres, with between 170 and 210 cm reported on the upper slopes above 2500 metres, particularly around Saulire at 2700 metres. Over the past week there has been a light top up of around 5 to 15 cm at altitude, mainly improving surface conditions on higher exposed terrain. The underlying base remains strong and well consolidated across the area.

Temperatures have varied with altitude, ranging from minus 9 to minus 4 degrees on upper slopes and between minus 1 and plus 4 degrees in the village depending on sunshine. The freezing level has generally moved between 1500 and 1900 metres, dropping overnight to allow for good refreezing on groomed pistes. Winds have been light to moderate, occasionally stronger along higher ridgelines but without major disruption to lift operations.

On piste, skiing is best above 2000 metres where snow remains firm and grippy for much of the day. North facing runs are holding their quality particularly well. Mid mountain slopes are in good condition in the mornings and soften slightly on sunnier aspects during the afternoon. Lower runs back to resort remain open and well prepared, though they are most enjoyable earlier in the day if temperatures rise. The connections towards Courchevel and Val Thorens continue to offer reliable coverage and consistent surfaces.

Outlook & What’s On

The forecast for the coming days suggests a mix of sunshine and cloud with the possibility of light snowfall later in the week, mainly affecting higher elevations. Freezing levels are expected to fluctuate slightly but should remain low enough at night to support piste maintenance and preserve overall snow quality. Any fresh snow would provide a welcome surface refresh on upper slopes.

Meribel has a busy programme of early March events, including family friendly activities in the village centre, guided experiences on the mountain and evening entertainment. Live music and resort activities continue throughout the week, contributing to a lively but relaxed atmosphere as the season moves into its spring phase.

Weather outlook as of: 2 March 2026. As I am sure you are aware, accurately forecasting weather more than two or three days ahead in the mountains is notoriously tricky. If there is a significant change we will update this section before the next full weekly snow report.

Snow Takeaway

Meribel is skiing best above 2000 metres, especially on north facing slopes around Saulire and Tougnete where snow remains cold and dependable. Early starts will make the most of mid and lower terrain before any afternoon softening. With a solid base in place and generally cool nights, conditions remain stable heading into the first week of March.

Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Meribel. We will be updating this snow report page every Wednesday so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.

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Weather in Meribel

Updated 15:02 UTC

Temp (AM)
0 °C
Temp (PM)
10 °C
Wind: N
4 km/h
Snow depth
115 cm
Last snowfall
55 cm
EADS
2 / 5
Temp (AM)
-3 °C
Temp (PM)
-3 °C
Wind: S
5 km/h
Snow depth
247 cm
Last snowfall
70 cm
EADS
2 / 5

Weather in Mottaret

Updated 15:02 UTC

Temp (AM)
0 °C
Temp (PM)
10 °C
Snow depth
115 cm
Wet snow
EADS
2 / 5
Temp (AM)
-3 °C
Temp (PM)
-3 °C
Snow depth
247 cm
Packed powder
EADS
2 / 5

Lifts & Trails in Meribel

Updated 15:02 UTC

Lifts

  • Lifts : 25 / 25
  • Connections : 8 / 8

Pistes

  • Pistes : 36 / 38
    • Greens : 6 / 6
    • Blues : 17 / 17
    • Reds : 9 / 10
    • Blacks : 4 / 5
  • Nordic : 17 / 34 km

Lifts & Trails in Mottaret

Updated 15:02 UTC

Lifts

  • Lifts : 17 / 17

Pistes

  • Pistes : 34 / 34
    • Greens : 2 / 2
    • Blues : 10 / 10
    • Reds : 17 / 17
    • Blacks : 5 / 5
  • Nordic : 2 / 2
    • Greens : 1 / 1
    • Blues : 1 / 1
  • Ski Touring : 1 / 1
  • Luge : 1 / 1
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