Le Mont-Dore Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Le Mont-Dore
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This is the Snow Forecast for Le Mont-Dore, France for 16 days from 25 March.
Updated 26 March 2025 00:08 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 8 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Le Mont-Dore.
Forecast for today in Le Mont-Dore
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then rain showers, cloudy later.
Le Mont-Dore is reporting “Hard” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Le Mont-Dore Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 30cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 30cm |
| Snow Conditions | Hard |
| Last Snow | |
| 10cm of Snow - 13 March | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Le Mont-Dore was reported as 1 (Low Risk) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Le Mont-Dore 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F3 | NE F3 | NW F4 | SE F5 | SW F2 | NE F3 | |
| 1,890m | 3℃
| 2℃
 | 4℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| -2℃
+1cm
| 0℃
| 2℃
|
| NE F3 | NE F3 | NW F4 | SE F5 | SW F2 | NE F3 | ||
| 1,560m | 5℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
| 3℃
| 0℃
+1cm
| 2℃
| 5℃
|
| E F3 | NE F3 | NE F4 | NW F4 | SE F4 | SW F2 | NE F3 | |
| 1,230m | 7℃
| 6℃
| 8℃
| 6℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 4℃
| 7℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,599m | varying 1,339m | 1,230m | ||||
| Max Town | 7℃ | 6℃ | 8℃ | 6℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 7℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ | -1℃ | 1℃ |
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.
Le Mont-Dore 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 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 6℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Max 8℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 6℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,339m to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
1cm New Snow
Snow showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 7℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Le Mont-Dore, 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 Le Mont-Dore, 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.
Le Mont-Dore Snow Forecast updated at 00:08 IST, next update expected 05:30 IST.
Snow Forecast near Le Mont-Dore
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Bourboule | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Chambon des Neiges | - | 1cm | |||||||
| Chastreix-Sancy | - | 1cm |
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.