Often nicknamed the “Little Siberia”, the Jura is the kingdom of cross-country skiing and vast snow-covered forests. Close to the Swiss border, the cold air here preserves the snowpack remarkably well throughout the season.
Quick links:
- Live snow depths in the Jura
- Snow forecast: where will it turn white?
- Full weather bulletin for all Jura resorts
- Weather forecasts for Jura towns
Live snow depths in the Jura
Are Les Rousses or Métabief open this weekend? Check the snow depth readings to know whether to pack your cross-country skis or alpine gear.
❄️ No base snow depth data available at the moment.
Snow forecast: where will it turn white?
Will a northerly flow bring a fresh cold snap? Check the expected snowfall totals — essential reading for powder enthusiasts among the fir trees.
❄️ No significant snowfall forecast for the coming days.
Full weather bulletin for all Jura resorts
Find the complete weather data for every resort: temperatures, wind and sky conditions across all Jura ski areas.
| Resort | Alt. | Weather | 0°C isotherm | Snow base | Snow summit | Openings | Forecast (base) | Forecast (summit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellefontaine | 1030m |
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(15° / 31°)
|
4250-4500m | – | – | – | – | – |
| Foncine-le-Haut | 900m |
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(15° / 32°)
|
4250-4450m | – | – | – | – | – |
| Les Rousses | 1110m |
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(16° / 30°)
|
4250-4450m | – | – | – | – | – |
| Monts Jura | 900m |
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(16° / 31°)
|
4250-4450m | – | – | – | – | – |
| Métabief | 1000m |
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(16° / 31°)
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4300-4500m | – | – | – | – | – |
Sources: Météo-France forecasts (AROME/ARPEGE models). The 0°C isotherm is given as a range (daily min/max). Data: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), Météo-France AROME/ARPEGE models & ANMSM for resort snow data.
Weather forecasts for Jura towns
At the foot of the mountains, temperatures are often milder — sometimes significantly warmer than at altitude. While precipitation can be more frequent in the foothills, thunderstorms are generally less common in the plains. Find the weather forecast for the main towns of the Jura below.
| Ville | Alt. | Météo | Iso 0° |
|---|---|---|---|
| Besançon | 250 m | — | – |
| Champagnole | 541 m | — | – |
| Lons-le-Saunier | 255 m | — | – |
| Morez | 700 m | — | – |
| Pontarlier | 838 m | — | – |
| Saint-Claude | 450 m | — | – |
Météo-France forecasts (AROME/ARPEGE models). The 0°C isotherm is given as a range (daily min/max). Data: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), Météo-France AROME/ARPEGE models.