Forecast today: Generally clear
A lot of accommodation is provided by smart hotels, but don’t let this put you off as there are also options to suit most budgets.
The skiing is split into three main sectors, all of which are easily accessible from the edges of town – with a decent bus service linking the respective base stations. The slopes at Le Jaillet are generally quieter, especially if you head all the way across to La Giettaz, Mont d’Arbois is the main hub and has the link to the slopes above St Gervais, whilst Rochebrune has another pleasant pod of tree-lined slopes.
If you’re an adventurous skier or boarder, purchase the Evasion Mont Blanc ski pass to also ski at Les Contamines or the Mont Blanc Unlimited pass to get you access to nearby Chamonix and Courmayeur over in Italy.
The resort is home to some great beginner facilities, located just above the village at the foot of the Mont d’Arbois gondola. Long greens and gentle blues are then available across the ski area, but the top to bottom green at Rochebrune in particular is very good. Much of the rest of the ski area is ideal for intermediate skiers, with a network of blues and reds linking up to ensure you can cover some serious ground each ski day. For the quietest slopes head towards La Giettaz or down to La Combloux. Note that getting around can be hampered somewhat by a creaking lift system – recent investment has helped but more fast chairs and gondolas are needed.
More advanced skiers and snowboarders may find the challenges limited here and you’ll be waiting for fresh snowfall to head off piste and into the trees. If the snow clouds haven’t delivered then head to Mont Joly above St Gervais or to the Cote 2000 sector for some steeper groomed pistes. Tougher terrain is available at nearby Les Contamines or of course in Chamonix – just make sure you purchase the right lift pass upgrades.
Despite its large size, Megève retains a charming, old core and most of the hotels and chalets have been developed in a tasteful, wooden style. The main street is home to lots of smart shops, some excellent restaurants and bars – many of which do become lively at weekends as people make the most of the short transfer from Geneva.
Up on the hill, there are some fantastic mountain restaurants, although you will need to book in advance during busy weeks at the most popular locations.
Away from the skiing there is a lot to do, with some excellent shopping in town, tobogganing on the hill and winter walking through the valley.
The Ski Club uses third party independent assessments and accreditation of ski resorts to determine a resort “environmentally sustainable” – more information can be found here.
As part of the French Flocon Vert (tr. Green Snowflake) scheme, Megève has been awarded one snowflake out of a possible three, representing in resources to reduce its environmental impact. Flocon Vert is an independent scheme operated by Mountain Riders, which accredits resorts in France who have met twenty criteria based on environmental, social and economic sustainability.
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Snow | Mainly fair |
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Rather cloudy | Generally clear |
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Snow shower | Clear skies |
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Mainly fair | Mainly fair |
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Generally clear | Light snow shwr |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0.2 cm | 7.9 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 2.1 cm | 3.9 cm | 2.8 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0.3 cm | 1.2 cm | 0.9 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.9 cm | 1.7 cm | 6.2 cm | 0.5 cm | 0.5 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | -0.6°c | -0.6°c | -1.3°c | -2.2°c | -2.2°c | -3.6°c | -1.5°c | -1.5°c | -2.8°c | -1.2°c | -1.2°c | -2.7°c | -2.7°c | -2.7°c | -6.9°c | -3.7°c | -3.7°c | -8°c | -4.6°c | -4.6°c | -7.1°c | -2.9°c | -2.9°c | -4.6°c | -1.6°c | -1.6°c | -4.3°c | -2.1°c | -2.1°c | -4.2°c |
Min temp | -4.8°c | -1.7°c | -2.2°c | -4°c | -4.2°c | -4.2°c | -4.8°c | -4°c | -4°c | -2.2°c | -2.7°c | -4.9°c | -6.9°c | -7.3°c | -7.4°c | -8°c | -8.4°c | -8.4°c | -9.4°c | -7.5°c | -7.6°c | -6.9°c | -5.3°c | -5.6°c | -5.2°c | -4.4°c | -4.5°c | -5.5°c | -4.2°c | -5°c |
Feels like temp | -9.2°c | -5.1°c | -6.1°c | -2.9°c | -5.1°c | -4.2°c | -4.8°c | -1.5°c | -7.5°c | -5.4°c | -5.6°c | -6.6°c | -6.9°c | -2.7°c | -7.3°c | -8°c | -3.7°c | -8.4°c | -9.4°c | -4.6°c | -7.5°c | -6.9°c | -6.3°c | -5.3°c | -5.2°c | -1.6°c | -4.4°c | -5.5°c | -2.1°c | -4.2°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Rather cloudy |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0.2 cm | 7.9 cm |
Max temp | -0.6°c | -0.6°c | -1.3°c |
Min temp | -4.8°c | -1.7°c | -2.2°c |
Feels like temp | -9.2°c | -5.1°c | -6.1°c |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm |
Max temp | -2.2°c | -2.2°c | -3.6°c |
Min temp | -4°c | -4.2°c | -4.2°c |
Feels like temp | -2.9°c | -5.1°c | -4.2°c |
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Weather | Generally clear |
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Rain shower | Generally clear |
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Rather cloudy | Generally clear |
Mainly fair |
Light drizzle | Light rain |
Rain shower |
Rain shower | Clear skies |
Clear skies |
Clear skies | Clear skies |
Clear skies |
Generally clear | Mainly fair |
Generally clear |
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Max temp | 9.7°c | 9.7°c | 6.9°c | 5.9°c | 5.9°c | 2.4°c | 7.4°c | 7.4°c | 3.2°c | 6.8°c | 6.9°c | 3.8°c | 6°c | 6°c | -0.1°c | 5.9°c | 5.9°c | -0.6°c | 5.3°c | 5.3°c | -0.2°c | 6.2°c | 6.9°c | 2.3°c | 7.6°c | 7.6°c | 2.8°c | 6.9°c | 7°c | 2.5°c |
Min temp | 2.2°c | 6.9°c | 3.8°c | 1°c | 2.4°c | 2°c | 0.2°c | 2.9°c | 2.8°c | 2.8°c | 3.8°c | 1.2°c | -1.7°c | -0.1°c | -1.2°c | -2.1°c | -0.6°c | -2.3°c | -3.1°c | -0.2°c | -1.5°c | -1.1°c | 1.9°c | 0.4°c | 0.7°c | 2.8°c | 1.4°c | 0.4°c | 2.5°c | 1°c |
Feels like temp | 2.2°c | 8.5°c | 6.6°c | 2.3°c | 5.6°c | 2.2°c | 0.6°c | 6.9°c | 2.7°c | 3.4°c | 6.6°c | 3.6°c | -1.4°c | 5.5°c | -0.1°c | -2.1°c | 5.3°c | -0.6°c | -3.1°c | 4.8°c | -0.2°c | -1.1°c | 5.7°c | 1.7°c | 0.6°c | 7°c | 2.6°c | 0.4°c | 6.4°c | 2.3°c |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 9.7°c | 9.7°c | 6.9°c |
Min temp | 2.2°c | 6.9°c | 3.8°c |
Feels like temp | 2.2°c | 8.5°c | 6.6°c |
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Weather | |||
Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 5.9°c | 5.9°c | 2.4°c |
Min temp | 1°c | 2.4°c | 2°c |
Feels like temp | 2.3°c | 5.6°c | 2.2°c |
Snowfall | Next 3 days | 16.2 cm |
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Depths | Upper piste depth | 130 cm |
Lower piste depth | No information | |
Snow conditions | Snow quality | No information |
Lifts | Lifts open | No information |
Resort opening date | Sat 14 Dec 2024 | |
Resort closing date | Sun 06 Apr 2025 |
Our Snow Overviews are updated bi-weekly between the start of December and early May every season, providing summaries of snowfall, weather, avalanche risk and other noteworthy meteorological events to help you prepare for your skiing holiday. Check back next winter to stay up-to-date on the latest weather happenings in resort.
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